3137/21
The construction of 1 no. pitched roof extension of 3sqm to the side of the existing commercial property, housing a proposed WC and 1 no. pitched roof extension with roof lights of 16.9sqm to the rear of the existing commercial property including openable glazing and guardrail. The proposed extensions will be at ground floor level relative to Old Kilmainham Rd to the front and at first floor level relative to Carrickfoyle Terrace to the rear. The development will also include the provision of 2 roof lights to the front slope of the existing roof, the reinstatement of the 2 original window opes to the front facade, front external signage and all associated site works.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension facilitates a restaurant/café use that is incompatible with the Z1 residential zoning objective and would negatively impact the amenities of adjoining properties.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located in a Z1 'Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods' zone where the objective is to protect and improve residential amenities.
- The proposed modifications would facilitate a restaurant/café use which is considered unacceptable at this specific location.
- The development would materially contravene the land use zoning objective and result in an undue impact on the amenities of neighboring properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a pitched roof extension to an existing commercial property at 45 Old Kilmainham, Dublin 8. The planning authority refused permission because the development was intended to facilitate a restaurant/café use within an area zoned for sustainable residential neighborhoods (Z1). It was concluded that this use would be incompatible with the residential character of the area, would negatively affect the amenities of adjacent residents, and would represent a ma...PDF Document Missing
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