SD21A/0069
Demolition of an existing bungalow including the removal of an existing septic tank along with existing walls and entrance piers on Ballymount Road; 4 two storey plus attic floor (3 floors total) semi-detached houses to the western end of the site (backing on to Ashfield Avenue); 2/3 storey block on Ballymount Road containing 5 apartments (1 one bed and 4 two bed units), including a shared lobby and a bicycle store at ground level; ancillary works, parking, services and utilities, drainage and site development works, bin store, central grassed area and associated landscaping, miscellaneous roof lighting and on Ballymount Road a re-positioned access, along with a new pedestrian/cyclist gate access to the apartments.
Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, overturning the Planning Authority's refusal, on the basis that the proposed infill residential development is compatible with the 'RES' zoning, provides an appropriate density for a serviced urban site near public transport, and respects the residential amenities of the area subject to the omission of one dwelling unit to increase separation distances.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of high-density infill residential development is supported by both national policy and the 'RES' zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2016-2022.
- Technical concerns raised by the Planning Authority regarding surface water attenuation, noise, and sunlight/daylight were found to be either adequately addressed in the appeal documentation or manageable via planning conditions.
- To mitigate potential overbearing impacts on the adjacent property at No. 6 Walnut Grove, permission should be granted subject to the omission of House No. 1 and a modification to the apartment block's circulation core roof profile.