Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended that Condition No. 2 (restricting the dormer design) be omitted and replaced with the revised plans submitted at appeal, as the modified dormer is subordinate in scale, harmonizes with the existing dwelling, and does not adversely impact the residential or visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The revised dormer design, featuring a width of 3.5m and being relocated to a more central position, is considered subordinate to the roof plane and fits harmoniously with the existing dwelling.
- The development as now proposed is consistent with Objective DMS41 of the Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023, as it will not represent a visually prominent feature or cause undue overlooking.
- Condition No. 2 should be omitted in its entirety and Condition No. 1 should be replaced to ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the revised plans submitted at the appeal stage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Zoning ObjectiveObjective DMS41Objective DMS42
Decision Document Summary
The application relates to a semi-detached house at 11 Saint Mochtas Road, Clonsilla, where the applicant sought permission for a ground floor extension and an attic conversion with a rear dormer window. Fingal County Council granted permission but included Condition No. 2, which mandated significant reductions in the dormer's width, glazing, and height relative to the ridge. The applicant appealed specifically against these design constraints, providing revised drawings that relocated the dorme...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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