Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority refused permission citing overdevelopment and visual impact, the Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the proposal represents an efficient use of brownfield land, respects the character of the area in terms of height and massing, and does not unduly compromise the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The contemporary flat-roof design is subordinate in scale (6.34m) and respectful of the prevailing residential context, and therefore does not represent a visually incongruous addition to the streetscape.
- The development aligns with National Planning Framework and Regional Spatial and Economic Strategy objectives to achieve compact growth through the consolidation of existing urban brownfield and infill sites.
- Traffic safety concerns regarding sightlines are mitigated by the fact that the site is located on a low-speed, internal residential estate road with low traffic frequency.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Zoning ObjectiveObjective SPQHO39Objective SPQHO40Objective SPQHO42Objective SPQHO43Table 14.4 (Infill Development)Objective DMSO26Objective DMSO27Objective DMSO28Objective DMSO31Objective DMSO32Objective DMS87Objective DMS88
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks an amendment to an extant permission (ABP-314182-22) to allow for the construction of a two-storey, two-bedroom detached dwelling (94.5 sqm) at the rear of No. 1 Seabury Lawns, Malahide. The site is a 150sqm infill plot in an established suburban area. Fingal County Council initially refused permission, arguing the project constituted overdevelopment, provided inadequate sightlines for a new entrance, and would be overbearing to adjacent properties. The Inspector's assessme...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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