3172/23
PROTECTED STRUCTURE: PERMISSION: The development will consist of works to existing 3 storey period property including; provision of a new rear staircase and balcony to provide access to the rear garden, timber privacy screen to boundary and replacement of existing sash window with a French style door with over light to the rear elevation and all associated site development works.
Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority initially refused permission, the Inspector recommends a grant, concluding that the proposed balcony, privacy screen, and window modification would not adversely affect the character of the Protected Structure or the residential amenities of the area, remaining consistent with Policy BHA2 and Z2 zoning.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed deck's scale (1.4m deep) is considered insufficient to facilitate significant recreational use that would cause a noise nuisance or injure the residential amenity of adjoining neighbors.
- The 1.5m high privacy screen is adequate to mitigate overlooking concerns, ensuring that the level of overlooking is not significantly increased compared to the existing or previously permitted staircase.
- The alteration of the rear window to a French door is a minor intervention that does not compromise the architectural integrity of the Protected Structure, particularly as it is on the less significant rear elevation.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against Dublin City Council's refusal of permission for a rear staircase, balcony, and window-to-door conversion at 21 Kenilworth Square North, a mid-terrace Protected Structure. The Planning Authority expressed concerns regarding the impact on the heritage fabric and the privacy of the neighbor at number 20. The Inspector highlights that permission for a staircase already exists (Ref. 3810/22). The key argument presented is that the proposed changes are modest, ai...PDF Document Missing
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