SD23B/0499

Construction of a first floor extension over the existing single storey extension to rear. Demolition of existing chimney to rear, new doorway to side elevation and alterations to existing window to side elevation and window to front elevation, all associated alterations and demolitions, internal alterations, site, drainage, landscaping and ancillary works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommends the removal of Condition No. 2, concluding that the original proposal for a 4.2m deep first-floor extension is acceptable as it does not significantly impact neighboring amenities and is consistent with the area's development pattern.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The extension is located north of the shared property boundary with No. 6 Anne Devlin Road, ensuring it will not result in overshadowing or interfere with the path of the sun.
  • While the 4.2m projection will alter the physical relationship between properties, the potential overbearing and visual impacts are not considered significant enough to warrant a reduction in depth.
  • The development represents a reasonable improvement of residential accommodation that is consistent with the established pattern of development in the vicinity and the underlying 'RES' zoning objective.

Cited Policies (CDP)

South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028Policy H14 (Residential Extensions) Objective 1Chapter 12 (Implementation and Monitoring)Section 12.6 (Housing / Residential Development)South Dublin County Council House Extension Design Guide (2010)

Decision Document Summary

This Inspector's Report concerns a First Party appeal against Condition No. 2 of South Dublin County Council's decision to grant permission for a first-floor rear extension at 4 Anne Devlin Road, Rathfarnham. The condition required a 1m reduction in the depth of the extension. The site is a semi-detached suburban house in a mature neighborhood. The Inspector evaluated the proposal against the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and the 2010 House Extension Design Guide. The primary ar...
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