Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered acceptable as it represents an ancillary residential use consistent with the 'RES' zoning objective and, subject to restrictive conditions regarding window modifications and sanitary facilities, will not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The structure is compatible with the 'RES' zoning as it serves an ancillary residential purpose (home office and gym) for the primary dwelling.
- The scale, design, and timber materials of the building are appropriate for a suburban garden setting and do not cause significant visual disamenity or overbearing impact.
- Potential overlooking and use as a self-contained unit are adequately mitigated by conditions to omit the internal WC and modify the side-elevation windows.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028RES Zoning ObjectiveSection 6.8.2 Policy H14 (Residential Extensions)H14 Objective 1Chapter 12: Implementation and MonitoringSouth Dublin County Council House Extension Design Guide 2010
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates an appeal against the grant of retention permission for a 51.16 sq.m. single-storey detached timber home office/gym at 5 Aranleigh Gardens, Rathfarnham. The site comprises a semi-detached house in a suburban estate. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding the structure being overbearing, overshadowing adjacent gardens, and the potential for it to be used as a self-contained apartment. The Inspector found that the principle of development is acceptable under the Sou...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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