Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered appropriate infill on a corner site that respects the residential character and building lines of the area while providing acceptable standards of residential amenity without creating a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed single-storey dwelling is acceptable in terms of design, scale, and bulk, successfully integrating with the surrounding residential context and respecting the local bungalow vernacular.
- Adequate separation distances and screening are maintained, ensuring no significant negative impacts on the residential amenity of neighboring properties regarding overlooking, overshadowing, or visual dominance.
- The development provides sufficient on-site parking and safe vehicular access onto Flemingstown Park, complying with Development Plan standards and not significantly exacerbating local traffic congestion.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective APolicy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock – AdaptationSection 12.3.7.5 Corner/Side Garden SitesSection 12.4.8.1 General Specifications (Vehicle entrances)Section 12.4.8.2 Visual and Physical Impacts (Parking)Section 12.4.8.3 Driveways/Hardstanding AreasSection 12.4.11 Electrically Operated VehiclesSection 12.8.3.1 Public Open Space
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a third-party appeal against Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council's decision to grant permission for a detached 1-bed single-storey dwelling (0.0327 ha) at the rear of 123 Churchtown Road Lower. The corner site currently serves as private amenity space for a semi-detached building functioning as a medical practice and duplex dwelling. Appellants raised concerns regarding overdevelopment, breach of building lines, and parking congestion on Flemingstown Park. The Inspector fo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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