Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended a split decision: granting permission for the 25sqm side extension while refusing the family flat component because the applicant failed to demonstrate a specific 'demonstrated need' or 'dependency' for the intended occupant as required by the Fingal Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 25-square-metre side extension is consistent with policy and is considered visually harmonious and unobjectionable regarding residential amenity.
- The family flat element fails to meet the criteria of Section 14.10.3 as the son's inability to purchase a home due to the housing crisis does not constitute a 'demonstrated need' or 'dependency' under the current plan.
- While the design and layout are generally acceptable and do not result in undue overbearing impact on the southern neighbor (No. 4), the failure to meet the fundamental policy requirement for family flats necessitates a split decision.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029Section 13.5 (RA Zoning)Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Section 3.5.13.2Policy SPQHP42Objective SPQHO46Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.2Section 14.10.2.3Section 14.10.3
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses an appeal against Fingal County Council's refusal of a 100sqm single-storey extension at 3 The Brambles, Flemington Lane. The project consists of a 25sqm extension to the main house and a 75sqm self-contained family flat for the applicant's adult son. The Planning Authority refused the application due to lack of demonstrated need for the flat and concerns regarding overbearing design impacts on the adjacent dwelling at No. 4. Upon inspection, the Inspector found the design t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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