SD22A/0085

Erection of 1 two storey, three bedroom dwelling house circa 110sq.m nett internal area (circa 120sq.m gross external area) to include new vehicle access, car parking, new service & drainage connections & other associated site works including demolition of existing internal garden wall; partial lowering of height of boundary wall on overall site comprising 0.0233 hectares (circa 233sq.m).

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

While the Planning Authority refused permission citing traffic hazards from a new vehicular entrance on a bend near a school and insufficient drainage information, the Inspector recommended a grant of permission subject to a condition requiring the omission of the vehicular entrance and parking to create a 'car-free' development.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of residential development on this 'RES' zoned, brownfield site is acceptable and aligns with national and local policies promoting compact urban growth.
  • A car-free housing model is appropriate for this specific site context as it is well-served by public transport and removes the traffic hazard concerns related to a new vehicular entrance on a bend.
  • The proposed contemporary design is suitable for the corner lot, provides active frontage/surveillance of the public domain, and does not result in adverse impacts on the residential amenities of neighboring properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy H13H13 Objective 3Section 12.6.8Table 12.26Section 12.7.4Section 11.3.2Policy H11 Objective 1

Decision Document Summary

This report relates to an appeal for the construction of a contemporary, two-storey, flat-roofed dwelling (c. 122sq.m.) in the side garden of 1 Marley Rise, Rathfarnham. The site is a corner plot in an established residential area near a national school. South Dublin County Council originally refused permission due to traffic safety risks posed by a new vehicular entrance on a road bend and inadequate surface water drainage details. Following an assessment under the South Dublin County Developme...
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