Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommends granting permission, concluding that the vehicular driveway is technically feasible, satisfies development plan standards without creating a traffic hazard, and respects the heritage value of the residential conservation area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The front garden can accommodate a parking space of 3m by 5m that meets Development Plan standards and avoids overhanging the public footpath.
- Access and egress via the narrow side laneway is safe and achievable for small to medium cars, given the very low traffic speeds and existing vehicular uses of the lane.
- The removal of a portion of the side granite wall and reconfiguration of the pier will have a minimal impact on the character and setting of the Victorian house within the Z2 Conservation Area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective Z2Policy BHA9Appendix 5, Section 4.0Section 4.3Section 4.3.1Section 4.3.7Policy SMT27
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a first-party appeal for a domestic vehicular driveway at 14A Garville Road, Rathgar, following a refusal by Dublin City Council. The site is a Victorian end-of-terrace house located in a Z2 Residential Conservation Area. The Planning Authority refused permission citing traffic hazards, restricted sightlines, and inadequate parking dimensions. However, the Inspector found that the proposal reasonably satisfies the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 criteria, noting that...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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