Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority refused permission due to concerns over a 'terracing' effect and discordance with local character, the Inspector recommended a GRANT of permission, concluding that the proposal respects established building lines and heights and is consistent with the existing modified character of the estate.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal maintains the general uniformity of the streetscape by respecting established front building lines and roof-ridge heights.
- The 'terracing' effect cited by the Planning Authority is already an established and prevalent feature of the Santry Close estate due to numerous previous extensions and garage conversions.
- The contemporary design is acceptable in principle and, given the established context, would not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029Residential Zone (RS)Section 48 Development Contribution Scheme
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a first-party appeal by Shane Caffrey against Fingal County Council's decision to refuse permission for a 50sqm extension at 148 Santry Close, Dublin 9. The development includes a single-storey extension and a first-floor extension over a converted garage. The site is situated in a mature residential suburb characterized by semi-detached housing with a 'RS' zoning objective. The Planning Authority's refusal was based on the potential for a 'discordant intervention' and a 'te...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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