Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered to integrate adequately with the backland setting, respecting the character of the Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) without causing unacceptable impacts on the visual or residential amenity of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The elevational changes, including the increased height of the terrace and the render finish, are acceptable in design terms and integrate with the established pattern of development.
- The development does not result in significant overlooking or loss of privacy for neighboring properties, provided the blank dormer remains unglazed and specific windows remain opaque.
- The retention of the development is in accordance with the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028 and the proper planning and sustainable development of the Middleton area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HE 16-18Section 6.3 Architectural HeritageMD-T-01 Town Centre Core area
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for various elevational changes to a dwelling house previously granted under planning ref 20/5422. The site is located on a narrow backland plot at Drury's Avenue, Middleton, situated within the 'Town Centre' zoning and an Architectural Conservation Area. Changes to be retained include an additional blank dormer, increased terrace wall heights (up to 4.5m), a shift from stone cladding to a render finish, and modified window and door arrangements. A thir...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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