Core Planning Reasoning
The development to be retained is considered acceptable as it is located within the settlement boundary of Rathmullan, is of a limited scale and nature that remains subservient to the original dwelling, and is consistent with the prevailing pattern of development without causing significant injury to visual or residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential extensions and improvements in an existing urban settlement is acceptable and aligns with both national guidelines and the local Development Plan.
- A separation distance of approximately 30 metres between the dormer and opposing dwellings is sufficient to prevent undue overlooking or loss of privacy in an established built-up area.
- The dormer extension is subservient to the main ridgeline of the dwelling and does not break the skyline or adversely impact the visual character of the historic town or the surrounding Area of High Scenic Amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030Chapter 3: Core StrategyChapter 5: Towns and VillagesChapter 6: HousingChapter 11: Natural, Built & Archaeological HeritageChapter 16: Technical StandardsObjective L-O-1Policy L-P-2 (Scenic Amenity)Objective AH-O-1Objective AH-O-2Policy AH-P-2APolicy AH-P-7Policy AH-P-8
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a third-party appeal against the retention of a rear single-storey extension and a second-floor dormer window at a terraced house on Main Street, Rathmullan, Co. Donegal. The site is situated in a coastal settlement and designated 'Area of High Scenic Amenity'. Appellants cited concerns regarding overlooking of the adjacent 'The Hollows' development, overshadowing, drainage issues involving shared gutters, and unauthorized works. The Inspector concluded that the development...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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