Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed attic conversion and roof profile modification are considered acceptable as they would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the adjoining property or the surrounding area, and they are in accordance with the Z1 zoning objective of the Dublin City Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed attic playroom is an ancillary residential use and does not constitute an intensification of use that would lead to unacceptable noise disturbance for the adjoining neighbor.
- The double rooflights, due to their position and the shallow pitch of the roof, will not result in direct overlooking of the adjacent rear garden.
- The modification of the roof profile from hipped to a full apex is visually compatible with the character of the Templeview Downs residential development and will not adversely impact the streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022Zoning objective Z1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the conversion of an attic to a playroom and storage area at No. 22 Templeview Downs, necessitating a change in the roof profile from hipped to a full apex. The subject site is a semi-detached, two-storey dwelling in a suburban cul-de-sac. A third-party appeal was lodged by a neighbor (No. 24) citing concerns over noise intensification and overlooking from the new rear fenestration. The Inspector determined that the ancillary nature of the playroom would not create signific...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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