Core Refusal Reason
The proposal involves the demolition and reconstruction of a habitable dwelling without sufficient justification, failing to prioritize the retrofit and reuse of existing building stock as required by the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide adequate documentation, including color-coded plans and structural reports, to clarify the extent of demolition versus retention of the existing structure.
- The proposed development lacks a strong justification for the scope of demolition works, contradicting policy objectives that favor the adaptation and reuse of existing habitable dwellings.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for the demolition of viable housing stock, which is contrary to the principles of sustainable development and the 2022-2028 County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.1Section 3.4.1.2 Policy Objective CA6Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.3.9
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed alterations to a detached dwelling at 11 Hillside Drive, Rathfarnham, but was assessed as a de facto demolition and reconstruction project. The Planning Authority refused permission because the applicant did not demonstrate compliance with policies favoring building retrofit and reuse over demolition. Furthermore, the lack of clear technical data regarding the structural integrity of the retained elements and the absence of a robust justification for replacing a habitabl...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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