WEB1330/21
We, Laura Martina and Donal Smith intend to apply for retention permission for a development at 51 Cromwellsfort Road, Walkinstown, Dublin 12, D12Y2V5. Retention permission is sought for the as-constructed front boundary wall (c.1.7m high) and the vehicular entrance and gate to the property (c.4m wide) facing Cromwellsfort Road.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development, due to the excessive width of the vehicular entrance (4m) and the height of the boundary wall (1.7m), is contrary to Development Plan standards, poses a traffic safety risk by impeding views of pedestrians, and is visually incongruous with the local streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 4m vehicular entrance width exceeds the 3.6m maximum allowed under Appendix 5 of the Development Plan, without exceptional circumstances to justify the breach.
- The 1.7m wall height significantly restricts visibility for drivers exiting onto a public footpath, creating a traffic hazard for pedestrians.
- The development is visually out of character with the residential streetscape, as it eliminates views of the house and garden, setting an undesirable precedent.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 5Leaflet 'Parking Cars in Front Gardens'Zoning Z1
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against Dublin City Council's refusal to grant retention permission for a 1.7m high boundary wall and a 4m wide vehicular gate at a detached residence in Walkinstown. The Planning Authority refused the application citing non-compliance with Appendix 5 standards regarding entrance widths and height, as well as traffic safety concerns. The Inspector's assessment focused on the impact on the public realm and pedestrian safety. While the appellant argued the width was ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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