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Crestland Ltd., intend to apply for Planning Permission for addition of a first floor (288m2) over existing single storey units 52, 52B, 53 & 54 (288m2) at KCR Business Park, Kimmage, Dublin 12. With an overall area of 576m2 and overall height of 7.935m, the development comprises the aforementioned first floor addition, plus internal refurbishments to the existing units to provide access to the proposed first floor, plus associated site plan and elevational adjustments as a resulting from the proposed addition.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed first-floor extension would negatively impact residential amenity through overshadowing and an overbearing physical presence on adjacent properties.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The height and proximity of the first-floor extension would result in an overbearing form of development for neighboring residents to the north and east.
  • The proposal would cause significant overshadowing of the rear gardens of properties at 12, 14, 16, and 18 Poddle Park.
  • The development is contrary to the Z1 zoning objective and Section 14.6 of the Dublin City Development Plan regarding transitional zones and the protection of residential amenities.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 14.6Z1 zoning objective

Decision Document Summary

Crestland Ltd. sought planning permission for a first-floor extension at Units 52, 52B, 53, and 54 of the KCR Business Park in Kimmage, Dublin 12. The local authority refused the application primarily due to the development's scale and proximity to residential units on Poddle Park. It was determined that the extension's height and orientation would lead to an overbearing impact and detrimental overshadowing, failing to adhere to the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 policies regarding trans...
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