Core Reason for the Refused Part
The proposed widening of the vehicular entrance exceeds the maximum width of 3.5m permitted for a single residential dwelling under the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular entrance width exceeds the 3.5m maximum standard set for single residential dwellings in the County Development Plan.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for oversized vehicular entrances in the area.
- The development would adversely affect the road network and endanger public safety by creating traffic hazards or obstructions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 8.2.4.9Subsection (i)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a one-storey extension, roof lights, a dormer window, and a widened vehicular entrance at No. 14 Leopardstown Gardens, Blackrock. While the residential extensions were deemed acceptable and granted permission, the widening of the vehicular entrance was refused. The refusal was based on non-compliance with the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022, specifically regarding the 3.5m maximum width limit, which was cited as a potential traffic haza...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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