WEB1535/25
The development will consist of widening of front vehicular access. Removal of front-facing hipped roof feature, replacing it with flat roof. Replacement of two rear dormers with a single dormer with two windows. New front dormer. New flat-roof single storey rear extension, replacing the previous sloped-roof extension. New fenestration on both floors at the front, with a new front door. Removal of the rear chimney stack.
Core Reason for the Refused Part
The proposed widening of the vehicular entrance to 3.6 metres exceeds the maximum 3.0-metre limit set by the Dublin City Development Plan, creating a potential traffic and pedestrian hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 3.6m vehicular entrance width violates the mandatory 3.0m maximum standard established in Appendix 5 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The excessive width of the entrance would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard for passing vehicles and increasing the risk of conflict with pedestrians.
- Granting permission for the widened entrance would establish an undesirable precedent for similar non-compliant developments and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal for 71 Belmont Ave, Donnybrook, involved significant residential alterations including roof modifications, new dormers, and a rear extension, alongside the widening of the front vehicular access. While the Planning Authority granted permission for the building works, a split decision was issued to refuse the widening of the vehicular entrance. This refusal was based on the proposed 3.6m width exceeding the 3.0m maximum permitted under the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, with...PDF Document Missing
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