Core Reason for the Refused Part
The Planning Authority initially refused the rear dormer window component due to its excessive scale, bulk, and visual dominance on the roof plane; however, the Board Inspector recommends granting permission subject to a condition requiring a 0.5m setback from property boundaries to mitigate these impacts.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed single-storey side extension is acceptable in principle and detail as it does not give rise to issues regarding overshadowing, overlooking, or overbearing appearance.
- While the proposed rear dormer is atypical in its horizontal scale for the area, the visual dominance and residential impact can be mitigated by requiring a 0.5m setback from the party boundary and eastern gable.
- Subject to modifications via condition, the overall development is consistent with the residential zoning objective and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1 (iv)Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.3.7.1 (iii)Section 12.3.7.7Section 12.8.7.2Chapter 13 (Land Use Zoning Objectives)Section 3.4.4.1 CA18Section 4.4 Place
Decision Document Summary
The appeal relates to a split decision by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council regarding amendments to a previous planning grant at 1 Belmont Drive, Woodside. The applicant sought a new rear dormer window and a single-storey side/rear extension. The Planning Authority granted the extension but refused the dormer, citing non-compliance with Section 12.3.7.1 of the County Development Plan due to its bulk in a prominent, elevated location. The Inspector noted that while the dormer is large, Policy...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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