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Two new vehicular accesses to front, new front porch, new window to front, two storey extension to side and rear & dormer windows attic conversion, new gable wall with three windows facing north, new two storey detached house with attic dormer to rear and all associated works at end of terrace house.

Split decision

Core Reason for the Refused Part

The Inspector recommended reversing the Planning Authority's split decision, concluding that the proposed backland house and extensions are acceptable as they utilize serviced urban land efficiently, provide adequate separation distances, and do not negatively impact residential or visual amenities.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed backland house is considered a beneficial use of serviced and zoned land that provides a good standard of accommodation without injuring the amenities of neighboring properties.
  • The proposed two-storey side and rear extensions to the existing dwelling are proportionate and acceptable in the context of the area's character.
  • Potential overlooking and overbearing impacts can be successfully mitigated through planning conditions, such as the omission of specific box dormers and the use of timber louvre screens.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective Z1 (Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods)Section 15.13.4 (Backland Development)Appendix 18 (Ancillary Residential Accommodation)Section 1.2 (Extensions to Rear)Section 1.3 (Extension to Side)

Decision Document Summary

The appeal concerns a proposal for a two-storey extension to an existing end-of-terrace house and the construction of a new detached two-storey house in the rear garden at 226 Malahide Road, Dublin 3. Dublin City Council originally issued a split decision, granting the extensions but refusing the new house on the grounds of overdevelopment and inadequate separation distances. The Inspector disagreed with the Council, noting the site's large size and its proximity to a large church car park, whic...
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