Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'Objective A' zoning of the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028 and, subject to compliance with conditions, represents an acceptable infill development that respects the character of the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area without causing serious injury to visual or residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of a new dwelling on this infill site is acceptable under the 'Objective A' zoning and aligns with national and regional policies promoting compact urban growth.
- The contemporary design and 'box' form of the house are appropriate for the site's context and topography; being set significantly below road level in a narrow valley, it will not appear dominant or cause undue overshadowing/overbearing to neighboring properties.
- Proposed alterations to the granite boundary wall are considered sensitive to the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area, provided original stone is reused and a mature beech tree on site is successfully retained and protected during construction.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective APolicy Objective PHP18Policy Objective PHP19Policy Objective PHP20Section 11.4.2Section 12.3.3.1Section 12.3.7.5 (Corner/Side Garden Sites)Section 12.3.7.7 (Infill)Section 12.4.8Section 12.8.3.3 (i)Section 12.8.7.1Section 12.8.7.2Section 12.8.11Section 12.11.3Section 12.11.4SLO 130
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for a contemporary 158sqm, two-storey, two-bedroom house in the garden area of Victoria Lodge, Killiney. The site is uniquely situated in a steep, narrow valley approximately 4.5 meters below the level of Victoria Road and is located within the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). Third-party appellants (Richard & Anita Cronin) cited concerns regarding the design's visual impact, potential overlooking, overshadowing of their higher-elevation property, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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