WEB1801/25
The development will consist of the construction of a two-storey duplex building (150.6sqm in total) containing 1 no. two-bedroom ground floor flat with pedestrian access from Shanvarna Road (70.2sqm) and 1 no. two-bedroom first floor maisonette accessed via existing driveway on Shanrath Road (71.8sqm) with first floor terrace on northern elevation (6.8sqm), to side of existing two storey dwelling and all associated site works.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment that breaches the established building line and fails to provide adequate residential amenity or privacy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development excessively breaches the established building line on Shanvarna Road, resulting in an overly dominant form that negatively impacts the character of the area.
- The limited setback to the public footpath creates a negative impact on the ground floor unit regarding privacy and security for future residents.
- The proposal is contrary to the Z1 zoning objective and Section 15.13.3 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, setting an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.13.3Z1 zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the construction of a two-storey duplex building at 32 Shanrath Road, Santry, Dublin 9. Dublin City Council refused permission because the design significantly breaches the established building line along Shanvarna Road, creating an intrusive and dominant structure inconsistent with the local character. Furthermore, the lack of adequate separation from the public footpath was deemed to compromise the residential amenity of the ground floor unit, failing to meet the standards ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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