Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends granting permission as the proposed infill dwelling is consistent with the 'RS' residential zoning objective, represents appropriate densification of an underutilised site in line with national policy, and respects the character and setting of adjacent protected structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed house is a modern, low-key addition to the streetscape that respects the setting of adjacent protected structures and complies with the residential zoning of the area.
- While the 1.6m separation distance is below the 2.3m specified in Objective DMS29, the Inspector found that it provides adequate access and sufficient separation to protect residential amenity.
- The development meets or exceeds all internal and external standards, including garden size and room layouts, and will not cause undue overlooking or overshadowing of neighbouring properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS29Objective DMS24Objective PM44Objective PM45Objective DMS87Table 12.1Zoning Objective RS
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the demolition of an existing garage and the construction of a contemporary two-storey, 2-bedroom detached house at 'Sheans', Back Strand, Malahide. The site is a large 0.19ha plot located behind the building line and adjacent to two protected thatched cottages. Fingal County Council originally refused permission, citing that the subdivision was haphazard, piecemeal, and failed to meet the 2.3m separation distance required by Objective DMS29. The Inspector ov...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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