Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be of an appropriate scale and design, is compliant with the standards of the Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029, and will not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area or the properties in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dormer extension, when reduced to a width of 3.3 metres as per condition, is considered subservient to the roof plane and maintains the character of the existing semi-detached structure.
- The setbacks from the property boundaries (approx. 1.7m) are generous and ensure that the development does not result in an overbearing impact or excessive overlooking of neighboring private open spaces.
- Potential construction-related disturbances such as noise and traffic are temporary and can be effectively managed through adherence to standardized working hours and the implementation of a Construction Management Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP41 – Residential ExtensionsObjective SPQHO45 – Domestic ExtensionsSection 14.10.2 – Dormer extensionsSection 14.10.2.5 – Roof Alterations including Attic Conversions and Dormer Extensions
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for an attic conversion with a rear dormer extension and three front-facing Velux windows at 8 Luttrellstown Avenue, a semi-detached house in Dublin 15. Fingal County Council granted permission subject to nine conditions, notably requiring the dormer width be reduced from 4m to 3.3m for subservience. A third-party appeal was lodged by the neighbor at No. 10, citing concerns over property devaluation, loss of privacy, and the medical impact of construction noise. ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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