Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered consistent with the RS – Residential zoning objective and adheres to the policies of the Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029, as it would not seriously injure the residential amenities or property values of the area due to sufficient separation distances and existing mature screening.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dormer window and rooflights are acceptable in principle under the RS zoning objective and, subject to a condition to set the dormer down from the ridge level, will not have an adverse visual impact.
- Sufficient separation distances (c. 40m to the south and c. 32m to the north), combined with the site's elevated position and dense mature planting, ensure that no significant overlooking or loss of privacy will occur to neighboring residences or the nearby apartment complex.
- Procedural complaints regarding the description of works in public notices and allegations of unauthorized development are not grounds for refusal, as the notices were deemed acceptable by the Planning Authority and enforcement is a separate matter for the PA.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.5Objective DA011Objective DAO18Objective DAO19
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report evaluates a third-party appeal against the grant of planning permission for a dormer roof window, three rooflights, and an attic conversion at 'Whistler', Carrickhill Road Upper, Portmarnock. The site is a 0.18 ha plot on rising ground where a house is currently under construction. The appellant and observers raised concerns regarding overlooking of adjacent properties and the 'The Quarry' apartment complex, as well as the validity of the public notices. The Inspector arg...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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