Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed dog-grooming service is considered a permissible 'home-based economic activity' under the Z2 zoning objective and, subject to operational conditions, will not adversely impact residential amenity, the surrounding road network, or the character of the Residential Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed use meets the definition of a small-scale home-based economic activity as it is subordinate to the primary residential use and operated by a resident with no external staff.
- Impacts on residential amenity, including noise and odour, are deemed minimal due to the limit of 4 dogs per day, appointment-only bookings, and the internal nature of the work within an insulated property.
- The Inspector recommends removing the 3-year temporary duration condition imposed by the Planning Authority, as the development conforms to the permanent provisions of the Development Plan and does not require a trial period.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan 2022 – 2028Z2 Zoning ObjectivePolicy BHA9 (Conservation Areas)Appendix 18, Section 8.0 (Home Based Economic Activities)Section 14.7.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves a partial change of use of a converted garage at 16 Rathdown Crescent, Terenure, to accommodate a home-based dog grooming business. The site is a semi-detached dwelling located within a Residential Conservation Area. While the local Planning Authority granted a 3-year temporary permission, the decision was appealed by third parties citing concerns over noise, traffic congestion, and the commercialization of a residential area. The Inspector's assessment found that the busin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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