Core Reason for the Refused Part
The excessive height of the rear fence (2.6m) negatively impacts the residential amenity of neighboring properties through loss of aspect and is contrary to the 'RES' zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 2.6m height of the rear fence is considered excessive and represents a departure from the established residential character of the area.
- The development results in a loss of aspect and diminished enjoyment of private amenity space for adjoining residents.
- The proposal is contrary to the 'RES' zoning objective which seeks to protect and improve residential amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RES land-use zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention permission for a rear fence and bi-folding door at 28 The Rise, Kingswood Heights, Tallaght. The local authority issued a split decision, refusing retention for the fence element. The refusal is based on the fence's 2.6m height, which was found to be seriously injurious to the residential amenity of neighboring properties by causing a loss of aspect and negatively impacting the character of the area. The development was therefore found to be in conflict with the 'RE...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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