Core Planning Reasoning
The proposal for the retention of fencing is recommended for grant as it is consistent with the Objective A residential zoning, does not detract from the visual or residential amenities of the area, and does not negatively impact traffic safety or sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The timber fence addition is of high-quality design and does not dominate or have a significant visual impact on the appearance of the boundary wall or the surrounding area.
- The development does not cause any undue overshadowing or loss of privacy for adjoining residential occupants and is not considered to devalue properties in the vicinity.
- The retention of the fence is consistent with the provisions of the County Development Plan regarding the requirement for rear boundaries to provide adequate privacy.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dún Laoghaire- Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028Objective ASection 12.8.7.2 (Boundaries)
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses an application for the retention of a timber fence (c. 0.8m) attached to a block wall (total height c. 2.6m) at 8 Stradbrook Grove, Blackrock. The site is a semi-detached dwelling at the end of a cul-de-sac with a boundary adjoining a public road. A third-party appeal raised concerns regarding unsightly obstruction, loss of sightlines, and perceived impacts on property values and safety. The Inspector found that the design is of high quality, does not impede sightlines, and ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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