Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed infill dwelling was refused due to its suboptimal location and massing, which would result in an overbearing impact and overshadowing of the neighboring property (No. 20 Asgard Park), and for failing to meet the mandatory 2.3-metre side wall separation distance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development fails to satisfy the minimum required separation distance of 2.3 metres between the side walls of detached dwellings, contrary to Policy Objective DMSO26 of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The massing of the proposed house projects approximately 8 metres forward of the rear building line of the neighboring house at No. 20, creating a blank two-storey wall that results in significant overbearing and overshadowing impacts.
- While infill development is generally encouraged under 'compact growth' policies, this specific proposal is inconsistent with the 'RS' residential zoning objective as it fails to protect and improve existing residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Zoning ObjectiveObjective DMS29Objective DMS40Objective DMS44Objective PM44Policy Objective DMSO26Policy Objective DMSO32Policy Objective SPQHO39Policy Objective SPQHO42Section 14.10.1Section 14.6.4Section 14.6.5Table 14.8Table 14.19Policy CSP14Policy CSP22Policy CAP8
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the demolition of an existing single-storey garage and the construction of a new two-storey, three-bedroom infill dwelling at 21 Asgard Park, Howth, County Dublin. The site is a subdivision of an existing mature residential plot in a suburban estate characterized by detached dormer-style houses. While the principle of residential development is permitted under the 'RS' zoning, the Inspector highlighted that the design provided a poor relationship with existing...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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