Core Reason for the Refused Part
The refusal was primarily due to insufficient surface water management details and the excessive height of perimeter fencing which negatively impacts the visual character of the streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The application failed to provide sufficient technical details regarding surface water management, specifically regarding the infiltration or reuse of run-off from the shed and hardstanding areas.
- The 2.7m high perimeter fencing is considered to have a negative impact on the character of the streetscape and is injurious to the visual amenities of the area.
- Permitting the retention of the fencing would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 5.1.1.8 Policy EI8Section 8.2.4.9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention permission for development at Fairlawn House, Saval Park Road, Dalkey, a site zoned Objective A. The local authority issued a split decision, refusing retention for the perimeter fencing and raising concerns over drainage. The refusal was grounded in the fencing's excessive height (2.7m), which was deemed visually intrusive to the streetscape, and the failure to demonstrate adequate sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) for surface water run-off from the shed and hard...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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