Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance would negatively impact the root zones of two established public street trees, violating tree protection policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The construction of the entrance and dishing would inevitably damage the root zones of two well-established public street trees located in front of the property.
- The proposal is contrary to Section 16.3.3 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022 and the Dublin Tree Strategy, which seek to protect urban greenery.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that injure local amenities and undermine the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 16.3.3Dublin Tree Strategy
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the creation of a new vehicular entrance and parking area at 14 Aideen Avenue, Kimmage, Dublin 6w. The local authority refused permission because the site is constrained by two mature public street trees. The planning authority concluded that the necessary construction works would compromise the health of these trees by encroaching on their root zones. Consequently, the development was deemed to be in conflict with the Dublin City Development Plan and the Dublin Tree St...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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