Core Reason for the Refused Part
The proposed bay window, when combined with the permitted porch, would result in an overly dominant and visually incongruous feature that fails to respect the scale, building line, and architectural character of the Marino Residential Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The bay window and porch would cumulatively occupy approximately 4.465m of the 6m wide front elevation, visually overpowering the modest character of the original dwelling.
- The use of brick for the extension is out of character with the simple painted dash finishes that define the uniformity and intactness of the 1920s/1930s Marino terrace groups.
- Granting permission would create an undesirable precedent for significant extensions beyond the building line, leading to further erosion of the special character and visual qualities of the conservation area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective Z2Section 14.7.2Section 11.5.3Policy BHA9Policy BHA10Section 1.1, Volume 2, Appendix 18Section 1.7, Volume 2, Appendix 18
Decision Document Summary
The application involves a First Party appeal against Dublin City Council's split decision to refuse a front bay window extension at 48 Philipsburgh Terrace, while granting a porch. The site is located in Marino, a notable early 20th-century affordable housing project influenced by the Garden City Movement and designated as a Z2 Residential Conservation Area. The Inspector's primary argument is that the proposed bay window violates several provisions of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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