Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed extension is considered acceptable in scale and design, would not negatively impact the character of the area or the residential amenities of adjoining properties, and is in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area and the objectives of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and layout of the rear extension are modest and will not result in significant overbearing or overlooking of the adjacent property (No. 25).
- Shadow analysis and the application of BRE guidelines indicate that the proposed development will not have a significant negative impact on the residential amenity of occupants in No. 25 by way of overshadowing.
- Concerns regarding overhangs and the covering of air vents on the boundary wall are addressed by the provision that the applicant must comply with Building Control legislation and cannot legally encroach upon adjoining property.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023Residential Zoning (RS)Chapter 12 - Extensions to DwellingsObjective DMS42Objective PM46
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a c. 54sqm two-storey extension to the rear of a semi-detached house at 27 Abbeylands, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority granted permission following an architectural redesign (relocating the first-floor component) to mitigate impacts on neighbors to the north. A third-party appeal was lodged by the neighbor to the south (No. 25), citing concerns regarding overshadowing, loss of ambient light, noise from the new master bedroom, and the blocking of exist...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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