Core Planning Reasoning
The proposal is considered a sustainable form of compact growth within the settlement boundary of Dunkineely which, subject to compliance with conditions, would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or property in the vicinity, and is in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension is a sustainable form of development that constitutes compact growth within a village core and will not adversely impact residential amenity by reason of overshadowing, noise, or access.
- The design is considered subservient to the main terrace and is consistent with policy L-P-2 regarding the integration of development into 'High Scenic Amenity' landscapes.
- Issues regarding the blocking of the shared access lane are matters of enforcement for the Planning Authority or civil matters between parties, though a condition to keep access open during construction is recommended.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 5.2Section 6.2Section 11.2Chapter 21TV-O-1TV-O-2TV-P-3TV-P-5UB-O-1RH-P-9(a)L-P-2TS-P-1
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report concerns a third-party appeal against the grant of permission for a ground and first-floor rear extension at an end-terrace house in Dunkineely, Co. Donegal. The proposed works include reconstructing an existing ground floor extension and adding a first floor to accommodate bedrooms. The appellant (a neighbor) cited concerns regarding the loss of natural light ('right to light'), devaluation of property, noise disturbance, and the blocking of a shared rear access lane. Th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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