Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends granting permission, concluding that the infill development is compatible with the evolving character of the area, addresses flood risk via revised floor levels, and utilizes an access laneway already serving larger permitted developments.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed contemporary dwelling is a sympathetic infill development that appropriately balances the densification of zoned land with the protection of existing residential amenities.
- Technical concerns regarding coastal flood risk have been resolved by the submission of a Flood Risk Assessment and a revised finished floor level of 4.0 OD.
- The use of the rear laneway for access is deemed acceptable as it only provides for one additional parking space and the laneway is already intended to serve larger residential developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SPQHO42Objective DMSO32Objective IUO16Zoning RS Residential
Decision Document Summary
The applicant seeks permission for the demolition of a rear garage and the construction of a 164 sq.m, three-bedroom, contemporary flat-roofed dwelling at the rear of 91 Dublin Road, Sutton. The site is a deep back garden fronting a public laneway. Fingal County Council originally refused the application, citing haphazard development, flood risk, and traffic hazards. The Inspector disagreed, noting that the site's 'RS' zoning permits residential use in principle and that the modern design is con...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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