Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered acceptable as it respects the character of the existing pattern of development in the vicinity, provides a suitable level of residential amenity for future occupants, and is consistent with the zoning objectives and standards of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is acceptable in principle as it aligns with the 'A' zoning objective to protect and/or improve residential amenity while facilitating appropriate infill densification.
- The height, scale, and separation distances (notably the 33.9m distance to 'Shandon') ensure that the proposal does not result in undue overlooking or overbearing impacts on adjacent properties.
- The contemporary architectural design and material palette are compatible with the varied character of Wilson Road and do not negatively affect the setting of nearby Protected Structures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective ASection 8.2.8.4Table 8.2.3Section 8.2.4.9Policy Objective OSR7Policy Objective HER7Policy Objective PHP19Policy Objective PHP20Section 12.3.7.6Section 12.3.7.7Section 12.3.4Section 12.3.4.1Section 12.4.8Section 12.8.7.2Section 12.3.1.1Section 12.8.7.1
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a proposal for 4 no. semi-detached 3-storey houses on a 0.09 ha greenfield infill site adjacent to 54 Wilson Road, Mount Merrion. The site is characterized by an overgrown state and is bordered by mature trees and a Protected Structure ('Stansted') to the northeast. Third-party appellants argued that the scheme represented overdevelopment and was at odds with the lower-scale villa-type designs of the area. However, the Inspector noted the presence of a 6-storey apartment blo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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