Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it complies with the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022 and would not negatively impact residential amenity, traffic safety, or the character of the Monkstown Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed modifications to the mews dwelling are architecturally appropriate and will not result in an adverse impact on the architectural character of the adjacent Protected Structure or the Monkstown ACA.
- The provided on-site car parking, while slightly shorter than the standard 5.5m length, is acceptable as it is set back from the lane and will not cause obstruction to traffic or public safety.
- The demolition of the historic wall was previously permitted, and the high-standard renovation works correctly reuse the original granite materials, thereby preserving the historic fabric of the site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 'A'Section 6.1.3 Architectural HeritageSection 6.1.3.1 Policy AR1Section 6.1.4.1 Policy AR12Section 6.1.4.2 Policy AR13Section 8.2.3.4 Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up Areas (x) MewsSection 8.2.11.2 Architectural Heritage – Protected StructuresSection 8.2.11.3 Architectural Conservation AreasSection 8.2.4.5 Car Parking StandardsSection 8.2.4.9
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a third-party appeal against the grant of permission for the restoration and modification of a derelict mews to create a two-story dwelling at 24 Trafalgar Lane, Monkstown. The site is highly sensitive, located within the curtilage of a Protected Structure (No. 43 Seapoint Avenue) and the Monkstown Architectural Conservation Area. The primary grounds of appeal centered on the lack of adequate on-site car parking and the demolition of an original granite boundary wall. The I...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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