WEB2209/24

Construction of a single-storey, ground floor extension of 23 square metres to the rear of the existing detached infill property, with full height glazing to the south and west elevations, a rendered blockwork wall to the north elevation, a glazed roof to the south side, 2 no. flat rooflights, and associated site works, to provide improved additional living space at 167B Strand Rd, Sandymount, D04 V3Y4.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development is considered a reasonable upgrade of residential accommodation that is subservient in scale and height to the existing dwelling, protects the residential amenities of neighbouring properties, and is consistent with the Z2 conservation area zoning objectives.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The 23 sqm single-storey extension is subservient in height (3.75m) and scale to the existing dwelling and will not have a visual impact on the streetscape or the character of the conservation area.
  • The development will not result in adverse overlooking or overbearing impacts on the adjoining property at No. 167A Strand Road due to its single-storey nature, modest footprint, and blank rendered northern elevation.
  • The proposal provides for a reasonable upgrade of the dwelling while retaining a sufficient quantum of usable private open space with a favorable south-west orientation.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Objective Z2 (Residential Conservation)Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 Chapter 15 (Development Standards)Policy Objective BHA9 (Archaeology & Built Heritage)Appendix 18 (Ancillary Residential Accommodation)Section 1.1 (General Design Principles)Section 1.3 (Rear Extension)

Decision Document Summary

The case involves a third-party appeal against Dublin City Council's decision to grant permission for a single-storey rear extension at 167B Strand Road, Sandymount. The site is a modern infill property located within a Z2 Residential Conservation Area. The primary concerns raised by the appellant (neighbor at 167A) centered on the cumulative scale of the property and overbearing impacts on their outdoor amenity area. The Inspector's assessment highlights that the extension is modest in scale, i...
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