Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission because the proposal is consistent with the 'RS' zoning objective of the Fingal Development Plan to provide for residential development and protect residential amenity, while the design is considered respectful of the character of the existing house and neighborhood.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The substantial extension design is in keeping with the existing house, respectful of key building lines, and consistent with the design of other houses in the vicinity that have undergone similar extensions.
- Concerns regarding the functioning and protection of the communal private foul sewer line traversing the site can be satisfactorily addressed through specific planning conditions and remedial construction solutions.
- The proposed development would not result in issues of overlooking or overshadowing and accords with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2022-2028Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029RS Zoning Objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks permission for a part one-storey and part two-storey extension to a large neo-Georgian style house at 9 Georgian Village, Castleknock, bringing the total floor area to 280m². The site is located in a mature, low-density estate characterized by large houses and mature trees. The primary point of contention in the third-party appeal relates to a private communal sewer traversing the site that serves neighboring properties and is reportedly malfunctioning. The Inspector found tha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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