Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the 'A' zoning objective of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022 as it would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the area or property in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The overall design, scale, and form of the proposed extension are acceptable and will not significantly detract from the visual amenities of the wider area, particularly as the works are located to the rear and not visible from the public road.
- Potential impacts regarding overshadowing and loss of light to the northern neighboring property are considered to be of a limited extent and duration, fitting within the context of a built-up urban environment.
- Concerns regarding overlooking have been adequately mitigated by the applicant's amended proposals which include the use of opaque glazing and the reduction of window sizes on sensitive elevations.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 8.2.3.4(i) Extensions to DwellingsSection 8.2.3.5 Residential Development – General RequirementsLand Use Zoning Objective 'A' - To protect and-or improve residential amenity
Decision Document Summary
The application relates to a two-storey rear extension and roof lights at 128 Glenageary Avenue, Dún Laoghaire, a semi-detached house in a residential area. The Planning Authority granted permission following receipt of further information that revised the extension's design to include first-floor setbacks and elevational changes. A third-party appeal was lodged citing concerns over the proposal's scale, overbearing nature, and detrimental impact on sunlight/privacy. The Inspector found that the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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