Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission (reversing the Planning Authority's refusal), concluding that the revised proposal sensitively facilitates the adaptive reuse of a Protected Structure while preserving the character of the Architectural Conservation Area and providing adequate residential amenity through enhanced landscaping and communal space.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The conversion of the attic into a residential unit is compatible with the 'TC' zoning objective and promotes the sustainable, adaptive reuse of a Protected Structure in a town center location.
- The revised site layout, which includes the removal of ad-hoc structures and the realignment of boundaries, provides 73sqm of communal open space, which exceeds minimum standards and represents a significant improvement in functionality and design coherence.
- The visual impact of the conservation-style rooflights is limited due to the building's parapet height and roof pitch; however, a condition to remove two specific rooflights is recommended to further ensure the authentic preservation of the structure's character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HCAP12Objective HCAP14Objective HCA024Objective HCA026Policy HCAP28Section 14.6Section 14.16
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a first-party appeal regarding 1 Killeen Terrace, Malahide, a Regency-style Protected Structure located within an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). The applicant sought retention permission for an attic conversion into a one-bedroom apartment and various associated site works, including the installation of rooflights and ancillary structures. Fingal County Council originally refused permission, citing concerns over the cumulative negative impact on the historic fabric a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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