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(1) ALTERATIONS TO THE FENESTRATION OF THE REAR ELEVATION OF EXTENDED HOUSE, INCLUDING INSTALLATION OF SLIDING DOORS AND (2) SUSPENDED DECK/PLATFORM WITH GLAZED BALUSTRADE TO THE EAST SIDE OF EXTENDED HOUSE (ALL CONSTRUCTED ON FOOT OF PLANNING REF. NO. 20/51402) AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The development is considered consistent with the County Donegal Development Plan 2024-2030, as it integrates effectively into the existing residence and host landscape without resulting in a significant loss of residential amenity or privacy for neighboring properties due to site topography and separation distances.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The modern design features of the fenestration and the suspended deck/platform integrate successfully into the existing structure and do not negatively impact the 'Especially High Scenic Amenity' landscape classification.
  • The development does not materially contravene the County Development Plan as it relates to the extension and refurbishment of an existing residential property, which is supported by policies such as RH-P-6.
  • Potential impacts on residential amenity, specifically overlooking, are mitigated by the 12.4m separation distance from the deck to the boundary, the lower finished floor level of the appeal site (0.67m lower), and established boundary landscaping.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RH-O-4L-P-1L-P-2RH-P-6RH-P-7RH-P-9

Decision Document Summary

This Inspector's Report evaluates a third-party appeal against a decision to grant retention permission for alterations to a previously extended cottage in Fanaghans, Inver, Co. Donegal. The works seeking retention include a new corner window, sliding doors, and a suspended deck with a glass balustrade. The site is sensitive, located within an 'Especially High Scenic Amenity' area and a 'Structurally Weak Rural Area'. The appellants raised concerns regarding the 'Broad Environmental Impact' on t...
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