Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its detrimental impact on the Foxrock Architectural Conservation Area, insufficient residential density for a serviced urban site, and traffic safety hazards arising from a substandard vehicular entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, layout, and removal of significant trees and hedgerows would have a detrimental visual impact on the character of the Foxrock Architectural Conservation Area and fail to respect the existing building lines and massing.
- The proposed density of 21 units per hectare is unacceptably low for a 'City - Urban neighbourhood' and fails to comply with national and local policy requirements for compact, sustainable residential development.
- The proposed vehicular entrance is substandard due to insufficient sightlines and visibility splays, which would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard on Torquay Road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.3.7.7Policy Objective HER13Policy PHP18Section 12.3.3.2Section 12.4.8
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the demolition of an existing single-storey dwelling and outbuildings at Kilakee, Torquay Road, Foxrock, to be replaced by three new dwellings. The site is located within the Foxrock Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). The Planning Authority refused the application because the design and loss of mature vegetation were deemed harmful to the ACA's character. Furthermore, the development failed to meet minimum density requirements for serviced urban land and presented signi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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