Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in the loss of on-street car parking spaces in a residential enclave where residents are largely reliant on such spaces, thereby contravening Policy MT14 and Section 16.38 of the Dublin City Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- While the physical design and impact on the adjacent street tree were deemed acceptable or manageable via condition, the loss of on-street parking is the primary planning constraint.
- The appeal site is located within a sensitive residential enclave where the loss of on-street parking would negatively impact the available supply for residents.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments which would, both individually and cumulatively, undermine the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy MT14Section 16.3.3Section 16.38Appendix 5Section 5.1Zone Z1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 3.0m wide vehicular entrance at 23 Iveagh Gardens, a semi-detached dwelling on a corner site. The Planning Authority refused permission citing the loss of on-street parking, impacts on a mature street tree, and conflict with the Dublin Tree Strategy. On appeal, the Inspector noted that the housing scheme is nearly 100 years old with a distinguished character. While the Inspector was satisfied that the design maintained boundary continuity and that the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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