Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission for retention, concluding that the increased parapet height and additional floor area are visually acceptable, do not negatively impact the residential amenities of neighboring properties, and accord with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the 690mm increase in parapet height is considered acceptable and does not have a detrimental visual impact given the established staggered pattern of development in the area.
- The proposed amendments do not result in significant overshadowing, loss of privacy, or overlooking of adjacent properties, particularly those at Nos. 36-38 Finsbury Park.
- The development is consistent with the County Development Plan's objective to provide for residential development while protecting existing residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.2.7.5 (Corner/Side Garden Sites)Zoning Objective 'A'Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report evaluates a retention application for amendments to a previously approved two-bedroom detached house at 39A Finsbury Park, Churchtown. The amendments include a 690mm increase in parapet height and a 9 sqm increase in total internal floor area. The site is a triangular side-garden plot in an established residential estate. While the Planning Authority granted permission, third-party appellants argued the changes caused visual obtrusion and overshadowing. The Inspector's as...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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