WEB1279/21

Planning permission is sought by Niall & Sharon Gaffney for the following works: (i) installation of a new flat roof dormer window to the front of existing pitched roof (ii) installation of new flat roof dormer window to the rear of existing pitched roof and all associated works necessary to facilitate the development all at 301 Clontarf Road, Clontarf, Dublin 3.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector concluded that while the development is acceptable in principle, the proposed front dormer design would seriously injure the visual amenities of the streetscape and fail to integrate with the architectural character of the existing terrace, thereby justifying the retention of Condition 9.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed contemporary flat-roofed front dormer is considered visually incongruous with the established architectural character of the terrace and the Clontarf Promenade.
  • The modifications mandated by Condition 9, specifically the requirement for a narrower gable-pitched dormer aligned with the bay window, are necessary to protect the visual amenity of the area.
  • The Board should exercise its powers under Section 139 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 to direct the Planning Authority to attach Condition 9 and its associated reasons.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Z1Section 16.10.12Appendix 17Paragraph 17.11

Decision Document Summary

This report concerns a First-Party appeal against Condition 9 of a planning permission for front and rear dormer windows at 301 Clontarf Road, an early 20th-century end-of-terrace dwelling. Condition 9 required the front dormer to be significantly modified in width, position, and roof profile (changing from flat to gable-fronted) to align with the neighboring terrace. The appellant argued the condition was onerous and that the house is a standalone structure. The Inspector found that the propert...
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