Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in a significant intensification of traffic onto a road network with existing deficiencies, endangering public safety and contravening Specific Local Objective 73 and Section 5.8 of the County Development Plan which restrict development until a Traffic Management Scheme for Brennanstown Road is completed.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is not considered 'minor' in terms of traffic generation when compared to the existing single dwelling on site, as it would significantly increase vehicular movements via eight new parking spaces and two new access points.
- While the design, scale, and density (c. 50 units/ha) are acceptable in principle and would not adversely impact visual or residential amenities, these factors do not outweigh the safety concerns regarding the road network.
- Permission should be refused as the development is premature pending the implementation of a Traffic Management Scheme for the area and the determination of a road layout by the Planning Authority.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Specific Local Objective 130 (2016-2022)Policy ST25 (2016-2022)Objective SLO 73 (2022-2028)Section 5.8 (Road and Street Network)Section 12.3.7.5 (Corner/Side Garden Sites)Section 12.3.7.7 (Infill Development)Section 12.8.3.3 (Private Open Space)Section 12.3.1.1 (Design Criteria)Section 12.3.3.2 (Residential Density)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of four 3-storey semi-detached houses on a 0.79ha corner site at 'The Bungalow', Brennanstown Road, Dublin 18. Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council originally refused permission citing traffic hazard, overdevelopment, and visual obtrusiveness. The Inspector disagreed with the Council's assessment of visual impact, finding the design and massing to be compatible with the area's character and noting that the proposed density aligns with national guidelines. ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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