3091/22
Planning permission is sought for the demolition of existing attached dwelling house and outbuildings and the construction of 2 no. 3-storey, 3-bed infill terraced dwellings between existing buildings, additional vehicular access and carport parking for 2 no. individual cars with amended landscaping to include external terrace at first floor with south elevation balcony and new boundary treatments and associated site works.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development's scale, mass, and design are visually incongruous and overbearing, failing to complement the character of the Chapelizod Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and massing of the proposal, including the significant 6.2-metre setback and open car parking area, fail to complement the existing streetscape and adjacent development.
- The development would appear visually incongruous and overbearing, resulting in a negative impact on the character and integrity of the Chapelizod and Environs Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
- The proposal would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area and is contrary to the policies of the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022 and the principles of proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought planning permission for the demolition of an existing attached dwelling at 72 Martin's Row, Chapelizod, Dublin 20. The site is situated within a Z1 residential zone and the Chapelizod and Environs Architectural Conservation Area. The local authority refused permission because the proposed replacement structure's scale, massing, and design—specifically the 6.2-metre setback and first-floor roof terrace over an open parking area—were deemed visually incongruous and overbear...PDF Document Missing
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