Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is recommended for grant as it is consistent with the 'A' zoning objective of the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028, and is not considered to be injurious to the residential amenities of the area or the character of the estate, particularly given recent precedents for two-storey development in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed first-floor extension is permissible in principle under the 'A' zoning objective and does not conflict with any specific conservation designations in the County Development Plan.
- The design, featuring a flat roof and specific window placements, ensures there is no significant impact on neighboring properties in terms of overlooking, overshadowing, or overbearing appearance.
- The introduction of a two-storey element is considered acceptable in the context of the estate's evolving character, specifically citing a nearby permitted two-storey development (ABP Ref: 314193-24).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective 'A'Section 12.3.7.(iv) Alterations at Roof/Attic LevelPolicy Objective PHP20 Protection of Existing Residential Amenity
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a proposal for a 108sqm first-floor extension to an existing 138sqm single-storey detached dwelling at 19A Shanganagh Vale, Loughlinstown. The site is located in a 1960s estate predominantly characterized by single-storey bungalows. A third-party appeal was lodged by Jason O'Conaill, arguing that the development is out of character with the low-rise neighborhood and would result in overlooking. The Inspector noted that the site is situated at the entrance to the estate and h...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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