Core Refusal Reason
While the Planning Authority refused permission due to insufficient driveway depth and potential footpath obstruction, the Inspector recommended a grant, finding the proposed 4.74m depth substantially compliant with the 4.75m standard set out in Section 16.38.9 of the Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed driveway depth of 4.74 metres is substantially in compliance with the 4.75m standard for short-term parking bays found in Section 16.38.9 of the Development Plan.
- The 3m width of the proposed vehicular access complies with the standards in Appendix 5, which require a width between 2.5m and 3.6m.
- The development is consistent with the Z1 zoning objective for the area and will not create a traffic hazard or negatively impact residential amenities, provided vehicles do not overhang the public footpath.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective Z1Appendix 5Section 5.1 of Appendix 5Section 16.38.9 Design Criteria
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks to create a vehicular entrance for off-street parking at 39 Clonliffe Road, a mid-terraced dwelling. Dublin City Council initially refused the proposal, arguing that the driveway depth was insufficient to prevent cars from overhanging the public footpath, citing a 5m standard. On appeal, the Inspector noted that the operative Development Plan (2016-2022) actually specifies a 4.75m length for parking bays in Section 16.38.9, making the proposed 4.74m depth acceptable. The In...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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