Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (overturning the Planning Authority's condition to omit the first floor) on the basis that the extension, with specific design amendments, would not seriously injure residential amenities or the visual character of the area, and is consistent with the 'A' zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and bulk of the proposed first-floor rear extension are considered acceptable in this suburban setting when compared to the existing dwelling and neighboring precedents.
- Potential impacts regarding overlooking and visual dominance can be mitigated through design-led conditions, such as requiring vertical window orientations and specific material finishes.
- Substantial inconsistencies in the submitted drawings must be rectified through revised plans to ensure clarity and prevent uncertainty during the construction phase.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks a 65sqm extension to a semi-detached dormer bungalow in Dundrum, involving a front porch, garage conversion, and a two-storey rear extension. While the Planning Authority granted permission, they imposed a condition (Condition 2) requiring the omission of the first-floor extension due to concerns over massing and roof alteration. The Inspector's assessment found that the first-floor element is acceptable in principle within the 'A' zoning objective. The Inspector highlighte...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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