Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to meet infill/backland development criteria due to significant loss of green infrastructure and traffic safety concerns arising from the intensification of a shared access lane with inadequate parking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed layout fails to satisfy the specific criteria for infill and backland development as mandated by Section 12.6.8 of the 2022-2028 County Development Plan.
- The development would result in a significant loss of existing green infrastructure and lacks sufficient access and parking provision to serve the new dwellings.
- The intensification of the existing shared access lane poses serious traffic safety risks, rendering the proposal contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.6.8
Decision Document Summary
This application sought outline permission for the construction of two single-storey, three-bedroom detached dwellings of approximately 130sq.m at 5/5A Knocklyon Cottages, Dublin 16. Although the principle of residential development at this location was deemed acceptable, the Planning Authority refused permission because the layout did not comply with County Development Plan standards for backland sites. The refusal was primarily driven by the resulting loss of green infrastructure and the inten...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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