WEB1341/23

Planning permission is sought by Eugen Talmacel for the following works: (i) Construction of a new two storey extension to the side of existing dwelling with pitched roof and velux rooflight to the rear (ii) The construction of a new part single storey part two storey extension to the rear of existing dwelling with flat roof and all associated site & landscaping works necessary to facilitate the development all at 14 Deanstown Green, Finglas, Dublin 11, D11 V2X2

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development is acceptable in principle under the 'Z1' residential zoning objective, is proportional in scale to the existing dwelling, and would not significantly injure the residential amenities of adjacent properties or the visual character of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The extension is considered a proportional addition that reflects the character of the original house and aligns with established building lines in the vicinity.
  • While some additional overshadowing will occur, it primarily affects circulation spaces or the roof of adjacent extensions rather than habitable rooms, and thus does not unduly impact residential amenity.
  • Third-party concerns regarding boundary disputes, construction scaffolding access, and potential overcrowding are noted as being subject to civil law or separate legislative codes rather than planning grounds for refusal.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective Z1Appendix 18 (Ancillary Residential Accommodation)Section 1.1 General Design PrinciplesSection 1.2 Extensions to RearSection 1.3 Extensions to SideSection 1.4 Privacy and AmenitySection 1.6 Daylight and SunlightSection 1.7 Appearance and MaterialsSections 4.0 and 5.0 (roof level/attic alterations)Section 15.11 House DevelopmentSection 15.9.16 (daylight and sunlight standards)Appendix 16: Sunlight and Daylight

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a two-storey side extension and a part-single, part-two-storey rear extension at 14 Deanstown Green, an end-of-terrace residential property in Finglas. The Planning Authority initially granted permission subject to 10 conditions, which was subsequently appealed by a third party on grounds including overdevelopment, loss of light, and concerns over potential multi-room rental usage. The Inspector's assessment found the proposal to be consistent with the Z1 zoni...
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