Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'A' residential zoning and County Development Plan policies promoting densification through infill development, and it is considered that the proposal would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or create a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing 1950s/60s dwelling is acceptable as it lacks architectural merit and the proposed replacement with two units aligns with strategic goals for suburban densification.
- The design, scale, and height (9.66m) of the proposed semi-detached dwellings are appropriate to the site context and will not result in significant overshadowing, overlooking, or overbearing impacts on neighboring properties like 'Rosbeg'.
- The proposed shared vehicular access and parking arrangements meet DMURS requirements and are unlikely to give rise to traffic safety concerns on Claremont Road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.3.7.7 (Infill)Section 12.3.7.5 (Corner/side garden sites)Policy Objectives HER20 and HER21Section 12.3.9 (Demolition and Replacement Dwellings)Policy Objective CA6Section 12.4.8 (Vehicular Entrances and Hardstanding Areas)Section 12.4.8.3 (Driveways/Hardstanding Areas)Table 12.10 (Private Open Space)Section 12.8.11 (Existing Trees and Hedgerows)National Planning Objective 34 (NPF)
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a proposed development at 'Tall Trees', Claremont Road, Foxrock, involving the demolition of an existing detached house and the construction of two 4-bedroom semi-detached dwellings. The site is located in a mature residential area characterized by large dwellings on significant plots and is zoned for residential protection and improvement. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding overdevelopment, loss of privacy for the northern neighbor, and traffic hazards due ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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