Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (affirming the Planning Authority's decision) on the basis that the proposed extension complies with the 'Objective A' zoning of the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension integrates well with the existing dwelling and the established pattern of development in 'The Maples' estate, effectively utilizing a large side-plot in an urban location.
- Technical assessments, including a Daylight Analysis and Overshadowing Study, demonstrate that the development will not have significant negative impacts on the sunlight or privacy of neighboring properties at Nutgrove Park.
- The development provides adequate private open space (in excess of 75 sqm) and in-curtilage parking for two cars, satisfying both local and national planning standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ASection 12.3.7.1 (Extensions to Dwellings)Section 12.3.7.1(i) (Extensions to the Front)Section 12.3.7.1(ii) (Extensions to the Rear)Section 12.3.7.1(iii) (Extensions to the Side)Section 12.8.7.1 (22m separation distance rule)SPPR 1 of the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines 2024SPPR 2 of the Sustainable Residential Development and Compact Settlements Guidelines 2024
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the demolition of a 6sqm sunroom and the construction of a 68sqm two-storey side extension to a semi-detached house at 118 The Maples, Clonskeagh. The site is located at the end of a cul-de-sac and features an irregular garden that tapers toward the rear, sharing boundaries with several houses in Nutgrove Park. Third-party appellants argued the extension was overbearing and would cause overlooking and overshadowing. The Inspector countered these arguments by noting a 20m se...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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