3336/21
The development consists of: alterations and removal of existing front boundary railings, replacement of garden with permeable paving, the creation of vehicular access to front garden and provision for 1 no. off street car parking space, with all associated landscaping, boundary treatment and ancillary works necessary to facilitate development.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance width (5.7m) significantly exceeds the maximum permissible standard of 3.6m, and the total removal of the historic front boundary would negatively impact the character and setting of the Residential Conservation Area (Z2), setting an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular entrance at 5.7m is vastly wider than the 3.6m maximum allowed under the City Development Plan, making it non-compliant with standard road and safety policies.
- The removal of the original cast iron railings, granite plinth, and front garden would diminish the historic fabric and streetscape character of a designated Residential Conservation Area.
- The site lacks sufficient depth to facilitate safe vehicle maneuvering or turning, which would likely lead to vehicles overhanging the public footpath, thereby creating a safety hazard for pedestrians.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a first-party appeal against the refusal of permission for a new vehicular access and off-street parking space at 9 The Crescent, Donnybrook, Dublin 4. The applicant proposed removing the entirety of the front boundary treatment (railings and plinth) to facilitate a car parking space arranged parallel to the dwelling. The site is a mid-terrace property within a 'Z2' Residential Conservation Area. While the applicant argued that the development was essential for personal mob...PDF Document Missing
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