Core Planning Reasoning
Recommendation to uphold and attach Condition 2 to protect the visual amenities of the area and prevent the extension from being overly dominant within the streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Inspector determined that the proposed front extension's scale and depth would be overly dominant and visually obtrusive in the context of the existing dwelling and streetscape.
- Condition 2, which limits the extension's depth to 3 meters and requires a side setback, is considered a generous and appropriate balance between the applicant's needs and the protection of residential amenities.
- The Inspector found no grounds for a de novo consideration and concluded that the planning authority's decision aligns with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 16.2.2.3Section 16.10.12Appendix 17Zoning Z1
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a first-party appeal against Condition 2 of a planning grant for a 22.05 sq.m ground floor front extension at 48 St Pappin Road, Glasnevin. The site is a semi-detached corner house in a suburban residential area zoned Z1. The Planning Authority granted permission but required amendments via Condition 2 to reduce the extension's depth to 3m and introduce a 500mm side setback. The applicant argued the original design was sympathetic and required for a home office. However, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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