WEB1625/21
We Mr Michael. Finnegan & Ms Olga. Ramos, intend to apply for Planning Permission for development to the rear of 266 Clogher Road, Dublin, D12FN36. The development will consist of the construction of a detached three storey 105m2, two-bedroom dwelling accessed from Clogher Green. The dwelling will consist of ground floor living area 1st floor bedrooms with rear terrace and setback from the southern and eastern boundaries attic level office & storage area with dormer window. Additional ancillary works include; a new entrance to existing street boundary wall between 1 Clogher Green and 133 Rutland Grove, Dublin 12. Hard and soft landscaping lighting site services; and all other associated site development works above and below ground.
Core Planning Reasoning
The development was recommended for grant as it is consistent with the Z1 residential zoning objective, follows the established pattern of backland development in the area, and will not seriously injure the residential amenities of adjoining properties through overbearing, overshadowing, or loss of privacy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of a new dwelling is acceptable under the 'Z1' zoning and aligns with national/local policies regarding sustainable residential density in urban areas.
- The architectural design and scale of the three-storey dwelling are compatible with the suburban character and do not result in significant overbearing or overlooking impacts on neighboring gardens.
- The lack of on-site car parking is acceptable given the site's proximity to public transport and the results of a parking survey which dispelled concerns regarding hazardous overspill.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses an appeal against Dublin City Council's decision to grant permission for a 114 sq m, three-storey, two-bedroom detached house in the rear garden of 266 Clogher Road, Crumlin. The site is a 160 sq m backland plot in a mature suburban area. Third-party appellants raised significant concerns regarding the loss of daylight, traffic safety due to zero on-site parking, and the overbearing nature of the three-storey design. The Inspector noted that the plot ratio (0.71) and site co...PDF Document Missing
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