2493

Permission is sought for the construction of a detached single storey dwelling, detached single storey garage, foul water to existing foul water sewer, surface water to soakaways, vehicular access from double recessed entrance, alterations to existing site levels, and all associated site works to the rear of

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission for the primary extension but required the omission of the dormer window via condition, as it obscured the main features of the existing roof and appeared as an incongruous third-storey element, failing to comply with Objective DM OBJ 50 of the Meath County Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of development is acceptable under the A1 residential zoning objective, which seeks to protect and enhance existing residential communities.
  • The two-storey extension is acceptable in terms of scale and separation distances, and sunlight/shadow analysis indicates that neighboring properties will retain adequate residential amenity.
  • The proposed attic dormer fails to integrate with the existing dwelling and obscures its roof features, necessitating its omission to ensure the development does not negatively impact the visual amenities of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning A1 (Existing Residential)Section 11.5.25Objective DM OBJ 50Meath County Council Development Contribution Scheme 2024 – 2029

Decision Document Summary

This report assesses a third-party appeal against the decision of Meath County Council to grant permission for a two-storey rear and side extension and a dormer annex at 3 Dunloe Park, Navan. The site is a semi-detached dwelling in an established residential area. Appellants at neighboring properties (Nos. 2 and 4) raised concerns regarding overbearing height, overshadowing, and loss of privacy. The Inspector concluded that while the main extension was acceptable and shadow analysis showed no un...
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