WEB5204/21
The development will consist of the construction of a part single storey, part 2-storey 3 bedroom detached mews dwelling (c.174m2) with a pitched roof to rear of existing house, vehicular parking and all associated site works with access from Orwell Mews, of this site (c.490m2) at the rear of 62 Orwell Road, Rathgar Dublin 6 D06 DX21.
Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommends a grant of permission as the development is in accordance with the Z1 zoning objective, complies with the standards for mews development in the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022, and represents an appropriate response to an underutilised backland site without seriously injuring visual or residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is in accordance with the Z1 zoning objective of the City Development Plan and represents a proper use of an underutilised backland site.
- The design, massing, and scale of the mews dwelling are acceptable and will not result in undue overlooking, overshadowing, or injury to the residential amenities of neighbouring properties.
- The applicant has demonstrated sufficient legal interest to make the application, and the proposed parking and access arrangements will not create a traffic hazard or significant obstruction.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 174m2, part single-storey and part two-storey detached mews dwelling at the rear of 62 Orwell Road, Rathgar, accessed via the gated Orwell Mews laneway. The 490m2 site is located within a Zone of Archaeological Interest and is zoned Z1 (Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods). While third-party appellants raised concerns regarding legal title over the laneway, impacts on future development of adjacent sites, and traffic congestion, the Inspector found ...PDF Document Missing
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