SD24B/0555W

1)CONVERSION OF EXISTING GARAGE AND EXTENSION AT FIRST FLOOR OVER GARAGE TO FRONT AND SIDE INCLUDING NEW ROOFS AND FRONT BAY WINDOWS. 2)NEW GROUND FLOOR EXTENSION TO REAR. 3)RETENTION OF WIDENED FRONT DRIVEWAY ACCESS TO FORTFIELD ROAD. 4)RETENTION OF PEDESTRIAN ACCESS GATE TO FORTFIELD PARK AND INCREASE IN HEIGHT OF EXISTING BOUNDARY WALL.

Split decision

Core Reason for the Refused Part

The retention of the pedestrian access gate on the southern boundary was refused due to its potential to obstruct footpath users and set an undesirable precedent impacting public safety.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The pedestrian access gate on the southern boundary creates an obstruction for footpath users, negatively impacting public safety.
  • Granting retention for the gate would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area.
  • The gate is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the locality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 12.7.6

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the conversion of an existing garage and a first-floor extension at 161 Fortfield Road, Terenure. While the Planning Authority granted permission for the primary residential extensions, it issued a split decision refusing the retention of a pedestrian access gate on the southern boundary. The refusal is based on concerns that the gate obstructs the public footpath, poses a risk to pedestrian safety, and establishes a negative precedent for the surrounding residential contex...
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