Core Planning Reasoning
Grant: The proposed development, as modified by conditions, is considered compatible with the 'RS' residential zoning objective of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and is acceptable in terms of scale, design, and impact on the residential amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 0.3m setback at the first-floor side extension is necessary to mitigate a terracing effect, though the ground floor porch should retain its original proposed scale to maintain architectural uniformity with neighboring properties.
- A reduction in the rear extension's height by 0.36m is recommended to ensure the internal ceiling height matches the original dwelling, thereby minimizing the overbearing impact on the adjoining property at No. 27 due to level differences.
- The amended dormer window is subordinate to the roof plane and, alongside standard glazing conditions, adequately protects the privacy and visual amenity of adjacent residential sites.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.4 Design Criteria for Residential DevelopmentObjective PM46Objective DMS 41Zoning RS (Residential)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves a part-single and part-two-storey extension to a semi-detached house at 25 Hilltown Grove, Swords. Key components include a front porch, a two-storey side extension, a single-storey rear extension, and an attic conversion with a dormer window. Fingal County Council initially granted permission following Further Information that reduced the scale of the porch and dormer. A third-party appeal by neighbors at No. 27 raised concerns regarding the 'terracing effect' of the side ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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