Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered minor in nature, consistent with the 'A' zoning objective, and would not negatively impact the character of the Architectural Conservation Area or the residential amenity of adjoining properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed alterations and retention items are minor in scale and integrate effectively with the established dwelling without compromising the Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) or adjacent Protected Structures.
- Internal residential amenity, specifically regarding daylighting and room dimensions for the lower ground floor bedrooms, is deemed acceptable following layout adjustments and the creation of a new west-facing courtyard.
- Impacts on adjoining properties, including potential overlooking and overshadowing, are minimal; specifically, the requirement for opaque glazing on the stairwell window is not warranted given the increased setback and site levels.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective 'A'Policy Objective HER 13Policy Objective HER 1Policy Objective HER 2Objective HER 8Specific Local Objective 130Section 12.3.7.1Section 12.3.1Section 12.3.4.2
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first and third-party appeal regarding the retention and completion of a detached dwelling at Convista, Killiney, which is situated within an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and near several Protected Structures. The applicant seeks retention for light wells and permission for a new courtyard, layout adjustments, and a new window to address previous refusal reasons concerning internal amenity. The Inspector evaluated the site's complex planning history, noting that t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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