Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance would negatively impact the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) through the loss of original boundary treatments and significant garden space.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing boundary wall and creation of a vehicular entrance would materially alter the site's frontage and consume a significant portion of the front garden.
- The development would disrupt the visual and architectural character of the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
- The proposal fails to comply with specific development plan policies aimed at protecting original boundary treatments and the special character of ACAs.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HER 13Section 12.4.8.4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought to widen a pedestrian entrance to create a 2.8-metre vehicular entrance at Tigín Bán, Killiney. The application was refused because the works would involve the loss of a substantial portion of the front garden and the original boundary wall, which are key features of the Killiney Architectural Conservation Area. The planning authority determined that the development would negatively impact the area's visual and architectural integrity, making it contrary to Policy Objective H...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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