3290/24

RETENTION. Permission to Retain alterations to approved Planning Permission (Reg. Ref. 3708/17) to include change of roof design to rear providing a gable with raked façia and soffit, and the addition of a window to the attic to partially complete new dwelling.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed retention of alterations is considered acceptable as it complies with the 'Z1' residential zoning objective, has minimal visual impact on the streetscape due to its rear location, and adheres to separation distance standards to prevent adverse overlooking.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of the development is acceptable under the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 zoning objective to protect and improve residential amenities.
  • The gable end roof design is discreetly located at the rear of the property, meaning it is not visible from the public road and does not negatively impact the character of the streetscape.
  • The separation distance between the rear elevation and the appellant's property exceeds 22 metres, which is compliant with both CDP standards and SPPR 1 guidelines for preventing overlooking.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Z1 (Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods)Appendix 18 (Ancillary Residential Accommodation)Section 1.0 (Residential Extensions)Section 1.2 (Rear extensions)Section 1.4 (Privacy and Amenity)Section 1.5 (Separation Distances)Section 4.0 (Alterations at Roof Level/ Attics/ Dormers/ Additional Floors)Section 5.0 (Attic Conversions / Dormer Windows)

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks retention permission for alterations to a previously approved infill dwelling at 20 Achill Road, Drumcondra, Dublin 9. The changes include substituting a permitted hipped roof with a gable-ended roof and adding an attic window. The site is located in a mature residential area characterized by semi-detached houses and 1970s apartment buildings. A third-party appeal was lodged by a neighbor at No. 19 Arran Road, citing concerns that the design was out of character and would l...
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