Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the development provides high-quality residential densification on an underutilized corner site, maintains a sensitive architectural relationship with existing housing, and complies with the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown Development Plan zoning objectives.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development provides high-quality residential accommodation that efficiently utilizes a large corner site while respecting the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
- The architectural response, including the stepped building line and gabled roof profiles, sensitively manages the transition within the streetscape and provides enhanced passive surveillance.
- The scheme is consistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, predicated on the concurrent granting of permission for associated works to the existing dwelling (ABP-317734-23).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective APolicy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock – AdaptationSection 12.3.7.5 Corner/Side Garden SitesSection 12.3.7.7 InfillPolicy Objective HER20Policy Objective HER21
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for two new two-storey dwellings with attic accommodation in the side garden of No. 4 Abbey Park, Monkstown, an established residential cul-de-sac. The site is characterized as an 'Inner Suburban / Infill' location. The proposal includes one 3-bed and one 4-bed semi-detached house with a design that features brick finishes at ground level, zinc clad canopies, and rear dormer windows. A central concern of the report is the sequencing of development, as the footpri...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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