3026/22

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission for keeping the pedestrian gate and surrounding ironwork in place, and removing the entire front railing, granite capping and brickwork and store safely under cover and form a vehicular access and off-street parking to front with gates to match existing railings to provide one disabled car parking space.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal would significantly injure the architectural integrity of a Protected Structure and an exceptionally intact historic terrace, while simultaneously creating a traffic hazard on a busy arterial route with a segregated cycle path.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The removal of original historic railings and the boundary wall would cause a significant and adverse impact on the architectural integrity and legibility of a remarkably intact terrace of Protected Structures.
  • The proposed development fails to meet the technical criteria for off-street parking in conservation areas, specifically regarding site depth, gate operation, and the retention of soft landscaping.
  • The introduction of vehicular movements across a busy public footpath and a segregated cycle lane on a main arterial route would create an unacceptable risk of traffic hazard and conflict between road users.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy CHC1Policy CHC2Policy CHC4Section 16.10.18Section 13.4.3Section 13.7.7Section 13.7.8Section 7.13Appendix 24

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a new vehicular entrance and off-street parking at 68 Rathmines Road Lower, a dwelling designated as a Protected Structure. The site is situated within a terrace of 11 houses that is unique for having retained its original historic front boundary treatments in their entirety. Dublin City Council refused permission based on heritage and traffic safety grounds. The Inspector's assessment emphasizes that the proposal would result in an unacceptable loss of histor...
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