Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends granting retention permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the development is consistent with established precedents in the area and adheres to County Development Plan standards for residential extensions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The hip-to-gable roof alteration is not visually discordant as it mirrors existing precedents and constructed alterations in the immediate streetscape, such as at No. 23 Swords Manor Court.
- The rear dormer extension meets the Fingal Development Plan criteria for setbacks from the ridge and eaves and does not result in significant adverse privacy or overlooking impacts for adjacent occupiers.
- The overall scale and design of the development are considered to harmonize with the character of the host dwelling and the surrounding residential area, representing proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.2Section 14.10.2.5Policy SPQHP41Objective SPQHO45Objective SPQHO43Objective DMS41
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for significant roof alterations at 12 Swords Manor Court, a semi-detached dwelling. The works include a hip-to-gable extension, a 4.5m wide rear dormer, and three front Velux windows. Fingal County Council initially refused permission, arguing that the works unbalance the semi-detached pair and create an intrusive precedent. However, the Inspector's report provides a detailed site analysis showing that 'Dutch hip' and full gable conversions are already...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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