Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'NC' zoning objective, respects the architectural character and setting of adjacent Protected Structures through sensitive design and setbacks, and provides a high-quality residential unit that does not significantly impact the residential amenities or privacy of neighbouring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable under the existing zoning and is reinforced by planning precedents for similar first-floor residential additions on this specific site.
- The proposed design, featuring a flat-top hipped roof and a 4.2m setback, appropriately integrates with the streetscape and avoids a dominant or overbearing impact on the character of the adjacent protected structure, Burdett House.
- Technical evaluations of daylight, sunlight, and privacy demonstrate that the proposal meets standard requirements and that any potential for overlooking is successfully mitigated by the use of opaque screening for the terrace and specific windows.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective NCPolicy Objective PHP20Policy Objective EI4Policy Objective EI6Policy Objective EI9Policy Objective HER8Section 12.3.1.1Section 12.3.7.8Section 12.4.5.2Section 12.4.6Section 12.8.3.3Section 12.11.2.3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks permission for a 61.5 sqm 1-bedroom apartment situated above an existing single-storey commercial building at 52 Sandycove Road. The site is located within the original curtilage of 'Burdett House', a Protected Structure, making the architectural treatment and impact on heritage a primary concern. The development includes a private screened terrace, internal modifications to the ground floor commercial units to provide residential access, and new signage. The Inspector argues ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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