2214/21
Permission for the demolition of existing non-original single storey 23 sq.m. garage (existing vehicular access accommodated within new development) and the erection of a new 203 sq.m. three storey over basement detached house and associated works at site at Garville Road, to rear of 139 Rathgar Road, Dublin 6 (a Protected Structure), including new pedestrian access to garden in existing boundary wall and new west facing roof terrace at 2nd floor level.
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to excessive scale and massing, negative impact on the conservation area and neighboring amenities, and substandard internal residential quality.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's scale and massing would be incongruous and harmful to the setting of protected structures and the conservation area, with insufficient protection for historic boundary walls.
- The dwelling would negatively impact neighboring residential amenity through overlooking, overbearance, and overshadowing.
- The proposed living accommodation is substandard due to inadequate private open space, poor outlook, and insufficient daylight/sunlight to the basement level.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the demolition of a 23 sq.m. garage and the construction of a new dwelling at Garville Road, to the rear of 139 Rathgar Road, Dublin 6. The application was refused because the scale and design were deemed overly dominant and harmful to the character of the surrounding conservation area and nearby protected structures. Furthermore, the development would adversely affect neighboring properties through overlooking and overshadowing, while failing to provide a suitable standard o...PDF Document Missing
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