Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended the removal of Conditions 3(a) and 3(b), concluding that the 2m high entrance piers and 1.9m high timber fence are visually acceptable, consistent with the varied character of the local streetscape, and do not negatively impact traffic safety or residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 2m high entrance piers are acceptable as they align with the height of the entrance gates, match precedent examples on nearby corner sites, and do not impair traffic sightlines or safety.
- The 1.9m timber boundary fence serves a legitimate privacy function following the removal of a hedge, is not incongruous with the existing mixture of boundary types in the area, and has the support of the adjoining neighbor.
- As the site is not within a conservation area and the structures do not result in measurable harm to the streetscape, there is insufficient justification under the Development Plan to mandate height reductions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 'A' / 'RS'Chapter 12 - Development ManagementSection 12.3.1.1 (Context)Section 12.3.10.8 (Vehicular Entrances)Section 12.4.8.2 (Visual and Physical Impacts)Section 12.8.7.2 (Boundaries)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal against two conditions (3a and 3b) imposed by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on a grant of retention permission at 31 Ashton Park, Monkstown. The applicant sought to retain several alterations, including new rooflights, parapet changes, and a garden shed. The Planning Authority's conditions required the reduction of front entrance piers from 2m to 1.5m and a side boundary timber fence from 1.9m to 1.5m, citing visual amenity and local character. T...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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