2739/21

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission for demolition of existing shed and construction of two storey and part three storey detached mews house in the rear garden of No. 52 Leinster Road, Rathmines, Dublin 6, a protected structure. The new house will include a garage and vehicular access to Grosvenor Lane, a screened terrace to the rear on the first floor and top floor, roof lights, alterations to existing boundary walls, and all associated site works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission because the proposal aligns with the Z2 zoning objective for residential conservation areas, provides an efficient use of underutilised urban land, and is designed to be subordinate in scale to the existing Protected Structure without injuring residential amenities or traffic safety.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of mews development at this location is acceptable and consistent with national strategic policy for the consolidation of urban areas.
  • The design is of high architectural quality and effectively ameliorates overlooking concerns through appropriate setbacks and screening at first and third-floor levels.
  • Access via Grosvenor Lane is considered safe and acceptable by the transportation department, as the lane is a through-road that has been taken in charge by the council.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Z2 ZoningPolicy CHC1Policy CHC2Section 16.10.16 Mews Dwellings

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks permission for the demolition of a shed and the construction of a mews house to the rear of 52 Leinster Road, Rathmines, a Protected Structure. The site is located in a residential conservation area (Z2) where mews development is supported in principle. The proposed dwelling is part two-storey and part three-storey, presenting as two storeys to the laneway. While the Conservation Officer initially raised concerns regarding the removal of historic boundary walls, the Inspect...
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