Core Refusal Reason
The proposed design amendments lack architectural cohesion and would result in a discordant development with an overbearing impact on adjacent residential amenity, specifically regarding the increased height and positioning of the dwelling on Site 10.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Inspector determined that the proposed changes lack a cohesive architectural language, failing to create a sense of place in accordance with CDP Policy 12.3.1.
- The amendments to the dwelling on Site 10 were found to be unacceptable due to excessive massing and close proximity to the boundary, creating an overbearing sense of enclosure for No. 11 Hillfield.
- The Inspector disagreed with the Planning Authority's reasoning regarding prematurity and zoning, concluding that the extant parent permission (D15A/0403) remains a significant material consideration.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective A1Section 2.6.1.3Policy PHP20Policy HER7Section 12.3.1 (Quality Design)Section 12.11.2.3 (Development within the Grounds of a Protected Structure)Section 12.8.7.1 (Separation Distances)Section 12.4.8.4 (ACAs/Protected Structures)Section 12.3.7.7 (Infill)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought amendments to a previously granted permission for 10 detached houses and garages at Shankill House, Ferndale Road. The appeal site is a 3.05-hectare plot within the attendant grounds of a Protected Structure. Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council initially refused the application, arguing that the amendments were significant enough to constitute a 'new development' contrary to A1 zoning objectives and premature pending road upgrades to Ferndale Road. On appeal, the Inspector ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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