Core Refusal Reason
Overdevelopment of a Protected Structure and substandard residential amenity for the proposed studio units.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subdivision of the garden level into two single-aspect studio apartments constitutes overdevelopment that negatively impacts the architectural character and setting of the Protected Structure.
- The proposal contravenes specific conservation policies and standards of the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022, specifically Policy CHC2 and Section 11.1.5.3.
- The development would provide inadequate residential amenity for future occupants due to poor sunlight/daylight access and insufficient private or communal open space.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy CHC211.1.5.3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought planning permission for the conversion of an existing garden-level apartment at 36 Elgin Road, Dublin 4, a Protected Structure, into two single-aspect studio units. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that the intensification of the site represents overdevelopment that would harm the architectural integrity and setting of the historic building. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the proposed units would provide a poor standard of reside...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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