3164/21
Permission for the demolition of the existing single storey retail shop and the construction of a 3 storey (2 storey over basement level)-2 Bedroom plus study dwelling, access level to a roof terrace, new boundary treatments to match existing adjacent and all associated site works adjacent to protected terrace of dwellings in an Architectural Conservation Area.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its negative impact on the visual character of the residential conservation area and its failure to meet minimum internal residential space standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development significantly infringes on the established front building line, harming the visual amenity and character of the Z2 residential conservation area.
- The proposal would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that undermine the architectural integrity of the locality.
- The internal layout is substandard and fails to meet minimum floor area requirements, resulting in poor residential amenity for future occupants.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan (2016-22)Zoning Objective Z2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the demolition of a single-storey retail unit at 484A North Circular Road, Dublin 1, to facilitate the construction of a new dwelling. The site is located within a designated residential conservation area. Dublin City Council refused the application because the building's footprint would disrupt the existing streetscape and building line. Furthermore, the proposed residential unit failed to comply with mandatory minimum internal space standards, providing i...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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