3535/22
PERMISSION & RETENTION: The development will consist of: 1. The Retention of the construction of a garden shed in the rear garden, and 2. Permission for the change of use of the standalone structure in the rear garden from workshop to a residential unit , construction of a first floor extension to accomodate three new bedrooms and bathroom , for the partial removal of the existing front boundary wall to accommodate the widening of the existing vehicular entrance, and all associated site works, at Frankfort Lodge, 70 Inchicore Road, Dublin 8.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes piecemeal development that fails to respect the local character and provides substandard residential accommodation in terms of floor area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents piecemeal development that is incongruous with the established pattern and character of the surrounding area.
- The proposal would have a negative visual impact and fails to have due regard for its surrounding context under the Z1 zoning objective.
- The proposed residential unit provides a substandard level of floor area, resulting in poor residential amenity for future occupants and setting an undesirable precedent.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission and retention for development at Frankfort Lodge, 70 Inchicore Road, Dublin 8. Dublin City Council refused the application primarily because the proposal was considered piecemeal and visually inconsistent with the existing character of the area. Additionally, the development failed to meet the minimum residential quality standards regarding floor area as required by the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022 and national guidelines, leading to an unacceptable le...PDF Document Missing
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