Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused because the 4.0m entrance width exceeds the mandatory 3.0m maximum for single dwellings, and it would negatively impact public road infrastructure, traffic safety (specifically regarding a cycle lane and bus stop), and the health of mature street trees.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 4-metre wide entrance exceeds the maximum 3-metre width permitted for a single dwelling under Section 4.3.1, which the Inspector considers a mandatory requirement.
- The development would interfere with established public road traffic measures, including a dedicated cycle lane, bus stop merging area, and on-street parking planters, creating potential conflicts and hazards for road users.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required dishing of the kerb and footway would provide sufficient clearance to avoid damaging the root zones and vitality of adjacent mature street trees.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.1 (On-Street Parking)Section 4.3 (Parking in Front Gardens)Section 4.3.1 (Dimensions and Surfacing)Section 4.3.2 (Impact on Street Trees)Section 4.3.5 (Treatment of Front Boundaries)Appendix 5 of Volume 2 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This appeal relates to a proposal for a new 4m wide vehicular entrance and partial wall removal at 353 Griffith Avenue, a semi-detached house in a mature residential area (Zoned Z1). The applicant's primary motivation was to facilitate an EV charging point. Dublin City Council refused permission due to concerns over entrance width, traffic safety/infrastructure impacts, and potential damage to street trees. The Inspector agreed with the refusal, highlighting that the current road layout—which in...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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