Core Planning Reasoning
The development is recommended for grant as the retained external finishes and boundary alterations do not result in a traffic hazard or negative visual impact, remaining consistent with the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The revised external material mix and the standing seam roof are visually acceptable and do not result in incongruity along the South Shore Road streetscape.
- While site measurements for the front wall were found to be higher than indicated on drawings, the alterations to the site access do not negatively impact required sightlines or create an undue traffic hazard.
- The development is in accordance with the 'RU - Rural' zoning objective which seeks to protect and promote the rural landscape and built heritage in a balanced way.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan (FDP) 2023-2029Zoning RU – RuralObjective DMSO115Table 14.9 (Design Guidelines for Rural Dwellings)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention for finishes and alterations to a previously granted single-storey house at Cois Tra, Rush. The modifications include stone and render wall finishes, a standing seam roof to a rear annex, and alterations to the front boundary wall and vehicular entrance. A third-party appeal was lodged by a neighbor concerned primarily with traffic safety and sightline obstructions caused by the boundary wall's position and height. The Inspector noted that while the wall piers wer...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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