Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the proposed 3.6m width is within the maximum allowable limit of the Development Plan and does not result in a loss of on-street parking or pose a hazard to pedestrians in this specific cul-de-sac context.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 3.6m wide vehicle entrance is within the maximum allowable width provided for under the provisions of the development plan.
- The specific arrangement of the cul-de-sac means that the widening will not result in a loss of on-street parking and the low-speed environment ensures no significant risk to pedestrian safety.
- Visual and residential amenity impacts can be mitigated by a condition requiring a comprehensive landscape plan to ensure the front garden retains its character and soft landscaping.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z1 Zoning ObjectiveAppendix 5Section 16.38Parking Cars in Front Gardens guidance leaflet
Decision Document Summary
The application involves widening an existing vehicular entrance from 2.97m to 3.6m at 4 Beresford Lawn, a detached house in a low-density residential estate. Dublin City Council initially refused permission, arguing that narrower entrances are preferred and that the existing width was sufficient. The Inspector's assessment focused on the Dublin City Development Plan standards, specifically Appendix 5, which allows for widths up to 3.6m. The Inspector noted that while the Council's guidance leaf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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