Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, as it complies with the Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029 zoning objectives and does not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the property in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The revised rear extension, which includes a significant setback from the boundary of No. 165, is a considerable improvement over the existing conservatory arrangement and protects the residential amenity of neighboring properties in terms of sunlight, daylight, and privacy.
- The application of external wall insulation and an off-white render finish is consistent with County Development Plan policies supporting high levels of energy conservation and the retrofitting of existing building stock.
- Concerns regarding the local sewage line and potential overdevelopment are not considered sufficient grounds for refusal, as technical obligations are covered by building control and the proposal represents an acceptable scale for a suburban residential area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.5.11.2Policy CAP9Section 3.5.13.1Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Objective IU09Objective IU011Objective DMSO260Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.1Section 14.10.2.3
Decision Document Summary
The application at 167 Park Avenue, Castleknock, seeks permission for the demolition of existing structures and the construction of a new porch and a single-storey L-shaped rear extension, along with the application of external wall insulation. Located in a mature residential estate zoned 'RS' (Residential), the proposal was initially met with third-party objections from neighbors at No. 165 and No. 169 regarding overbearing massing and overshadowing. Following a request for Additional Informati...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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