Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended the grant of permission and the removal of Condition 2(a), concluding that the rear dormer as proposed is modest, does not impact visual amenities from the public street, and follows local precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The rear dormer is modest in scale, integrates satisfactorily into the main roof, and is consistent with the design guidance in Appendix 18 of the Development Plan.
- Because the dormer is located on the rear roof profile and is not visible from the public street (Corrib Road), it does not represent a visually obtrusive feature.
- Condition 2(a), requiring a 250mm set-down from the ridge line, should be omitted as it is unnecessary for visual amenity and would hinder the usability of the attic space.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective Z1 (To protect, provide and improve residential amenities)Appendix 18: Ancillary Residential AccommodationSection 4.0 Alterations at Roof Level/ Attics/ Dormers/ Additional FloorsSection 5.0 Attic Conversions / Dormer Windows
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a first-party appeal against a condition attached to a grant of permission for a rear dormer and front roof windows at 182 Corrib Road, Terenure, a mid-terrace 1960s dwelling. Dublin City Council granted permission but included Condition 2(a) requiring the dormer to be set down 250mm from the ridge. The applicant appealed, stating this would make the attic space unusable. The Inspector found that the dormer is flush with the ridge but entirely contained within the rear roof ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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