2590/21
Planning permission for development at this site. The development will consist/consist of: Renovations, change of use and extension to Eleanora's Bar & Lounge including demolition of existing non original single-storey extension to the rear of no. 147 Drimnagh Road. Refurbishments and extension of the existing toilets at ground floor level to accommodate a wheelchair accessible WC. Improved and extended outdoor seating area to the rear facing Hughes Road including demolition of existing shed structures. Improved storage and recycling area taking part of the private open space at the rear of no. 145 Drimnagh Road. Upgrade and relocation of the fire exit route from the first floor. Removal of redundant services at roof level and provision for a green sedum roof covering. To include repair, refurbishment, renovation and alterations to the existing building including all associated site works.
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to significant noise impacts on adjacent residential properties from the proposed outdoor seating area and the overdevelopment of the site, which resulted in inadequate private open space for the existing residential dwelling at No. 145 Drimnagh Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed outdoor dining/drinking area would result in an intensification of use that, in the absence of detailed noise mitigation measures, would seriously injure the residential amenities of neighboring properties.
- The construction of storage and recycling rooms in the rear garden of No. 145 Drimnagh Road constitutes overdevelopment, leaving the residence with only 34 sq m of private open space, well below the required standards for a suburban area.
- The proposal fails to comply with transitional zone policies intended to protect environmentally sensitive residential zones from detrimental commercial expansion.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves renovations and extensions to Eleanora's Bar & Lounge at 145-149 Drimnagh Road, including a new 53 sq m outdoor seating area and additional storage facilities. The site occupies a 'transitional zone' where commercial Z4 zoning meets residential Z1 zoning. While the Inspector acknowledged the need for mixed-use development, they concluded that the applicant failed to provide evidence that the enclosed outdoor area would not cause excessive noise for residents, particularly a...PDF Document Missing
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