Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'A' residential zoning objective, complies with the policy framework for domestic extensions in the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028, and provides a reasonable upgrade to existing housing stock without significantly impacting the residential amenities of adjacent properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The marginal extension of the pre-existing first-floor terrace (900mm) and changes to fenestration would not result in a material change in overlooking or circumstances that would adversely impact neighboring residential privacy.
- The proposed refurbishment and extensions are consistent with the 'A' zoning objective to protect and improve residential amenity while upgrading a mature property to modern building and energy standards.
- The proposed rear pedestrian gate onto the Dodder Trail should be omitted by condition to prevent habitat fragmentation, protect the riparian corridor biodiversity, and ensure the security of Council property.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 13 Table 13.1.1Section 4.3.1.2 Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.3.7.1 (Extensions to Dwellings)Section 12.3.7.1 (ii) (Extensions to the Rear)Section 12.4.8 (Vehicular Entrances and Hardstanding Areas)
Decision Document Summary
The application relates to the refurbishment and extension of a two-storey 1930s house at 76 Whitebeam Road, Dublin 14. The proposal includes a two-storey rear extension, an extended first-floor terrace, a side stairwell extension, and the relocation/widening of the vehicular entrance. A third-party appeal primarily contested the first-floor terrace extension and potential overlooking of both No. 78 and a newly authorized infill house at No. 77. The Inspector concluded that the terrace extension...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.
PDF Document Missing
The original decision document for this case could not be linked. This often happens for older cases or those with restricted documentation.
Search for case on ABP