2561/21

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Planning permission for alterations to front railings to form new vehicular entrance gates (2.6m wide) with single parking bay to front garden area, dishing of existing kerb and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Traffic hazard and negative impact on the architectural heritage of a Protected Structure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to its location on a bend near a junction and traffic island on a heavily trafficked road.
  • The alterations would cause significant injury to the architectural character and setting of the Protected Structure and the surrounding streetscape.
  • The works would result in the loss of original historic fabric and contravene specific development plan policies and national heritage guidelines.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy CHC2Section 16.10.18Section 13.4.3Section 13.4.4

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for alterations to the front railings of a Protected Structure located at 55 Ranelagh Road, Dublin 6. The proposal was refused primarily because the site's location on a busy road bend, adjacent to a junction and traffic island, would lead to traffic hazards and endanger public safety. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the works would negatively impact the architectural integrity of the historic building and streetscape, leading to the loss o...
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