Core Refusal Reason
The development is refused because the excessive height of the front boundary wall, pillars, and gate (1810mm) results in severely restricted sightlines and poor visibility for drivers exiting the property across a public footpath, creating a significant traffic hazard and setting an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 1.81m height of the boundary treatment creates a serious traffic safety hazard by obstructing sightlines for vehicles crossing a busy public footpath with high pedestrian activity.
- Although the visual impact of the timber fencing and gate is considered acceptable within the context of the local Conservation Area, safety concerns are the overriding factor in the recommendation to refuse.
- Granting permission would set a negative precedent for similar developments in the vicinity that would cumulatively compromise public safety and the proper planning of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zone Z1: Sustainable Residential NeighbourhoodsSection 11.1.5.6: Conservation Area – Policy ApplicationAppendix 5: Standards for various classes of development including vehicular entrances
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a retention application for the raising of a front boundary wall with timber fencing, increasing pier heights, and the installation of a sliding gate at 75A Sandymount Road, Dublin 4. The site is a semi-detached dwelling located in a Z1 residential zone within a designated Conservation Area. The Dublin City Council initially refused permission based on traffic safety and precedent. While the Inspector noted that the visual impact was not significantly detrimental to the stre...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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