Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends granting permission (reversing the Planning Authority's refusal), concluding that the development is subordinate in scale to the main dwelling, does not represent a dominant feature in the garden, and maintains adequate residential amenity in accordance with Section 14.10.4 of the Fingal County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the previous derelict outbuildings is justified as they lacked architectural merit and their removal resulted in a net increase of private open space for the property.
- The 68 sq.m storage shed is subordinate in scale and height relative to the host house (especially once extended) and is sufficiently set back (22m) to avoid being overbearing.
- Potential impacts on neighboring properties are mitigated by the single-storey height, existing boundary screening, and the use of opaque glazing, ensuring no significant loss of privacy or overshadowing.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.4 (Garden Rooms)Policy SPQHP41 (Residential Extensions)Objective SPQHO45 (Domestic Extensions)Objective GINHO15Objective IUO9Objective RS (Residential Zoning)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention for the removal of two derelict outbuildings (103 sq.m) and the retention of a new single-storey shed (68 sq.m) for storage and non-habitable use at 10 Burrowfield Road, Sutton. Fingal County Council initially refused permission, arguing the shed was of an inappropriate scale and contrary to Garden Room policies. The Inspector's assessment found that the site, which accommodates a semi-detached dwelling on a 0.049 ha plot, could comfortably absorb the structure. Th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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