Core Refusal Reason
Failure to provide a strong justification for the demolition of an existing dwelling and lack of evidence that the building is uninhabitable or cannot be retrofitted, contrary to sustainability and housing stock preservation policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a robust justification for demolition, as the existing dwelling was not proven to be structurally unsound or beyond repair.
- The building's poor condition was attributed to inadequate maintenance rather than inherent habitability issues, with structural defects primarily limited to a lean-to addition.
- Granting permission would prioritize personal preference and cost-effectiveness over established policy objectives for retrofitting and reuse, setting an undesirable precedent.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective CA6Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.3.9
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the demolition of an existing part 1-storey, part 2-storey, 4-bedroom house at 54 Woodbine Road, Booterstown, to facilitate redevelopment. The proposal was refused by the planning authority and the Commission due to non-compliance with the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028. Specifically, the development failed to satisfy Policy Objectives CA6 and PHP19, which prioritize the retrofit and reuse of existing buildings. The decision-makers concluded that...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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