SD24B/0165W

01) Construction of single storey porch extension to front of existing house. 02) Attic conversion incorporating raising of side hip to form new dutch hip together with dormer windows to rear and rooflights to front and modifications to existing first floor window to front. 03) Ancillary site works to facilitate proposed development.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development is recommended for a grant of permission as it is consistent with the 'RES' zoning objective, complies with Policy H14 of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding residential extensions, and would not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the surrounding area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of the residential extension and attic conversion is acceptable within the 'RES' zoning area and aligns with the provisions of Policy H14.
  • Potential impacts on neighboring residential amenities, specifically overshadowing, are considered negligible as the affected windows serve non-habitable rooms (bathroom and hall) according to the Design Guide definition.
  • The design of the porch and attic conversion is visually compatible with the existing property and suburban context, provided conditions such as opaque glazing for the gable window are implemented.

Cited Policies (CDP)

South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning objective 'RES'Section 6.8.2Policy H14South Dublin County Council House Extension Guide (2010)

Decision Document Summary

This report assesses an appeal against South Dublin County Council's decision to grant permission for a porch extension (retention), attic conversion (Dutch hip roof), and dormer windows at 14 The Rise, Rathfarnham. The site is a semi-detached dwelling in a suburban setting zoned for residential protection. A third-party appeal was lodged by the neighbor at No. 12, citing concerns over overshadowing of gable windows, loss of privacy, and boundary ownership. The Inspector argued that the developm...
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