Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends a grant of permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the development is consistent with the established pattern of parking in the terrace and will not damage the nearby street tree if specific construction conditions and permeable surfacing are utilized.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed parking space is consistent with the existing character of the terrace, where approximately 40% of houses have already implemented similar drive-in parking arrangements.
- The requirement for a permeable gravel surface for the car space sufficiently addresses concerns regarding surface water run-off and potential urban flood events.
- Through the submission of amended drawings and the implementation of a sensitively dished footpath, the development can be completed without disturbing the root system of the adjacent public tree.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 16.3.3Zoning Z1Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for a new pedestrian and vehicular access at 60 Mount Drummond Square, a mid-20th century terraced house in Harold's Cross, Dublin 6. Dublin City Council initially refused permission, arguing that the works would damage the root zone of a street tree and contravene Section 16.3.3 of the City Development Plan. Upon inspection, the Inspector noted that several neighboring houses (numbers 58, 59, and 61) already possess vehicular access, establishing a clear local p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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