WEB2094/26

The development will consist of the demolition of existing out buildings to the side of existing dwelling. The subdivision of the existing site for the provision of one detached two storey, three-bedroom dwelling with attic conversion and dormer roof window to the rear. New site boundary treatments, vehicular parking and all associated site works to the side of the existing dwelling.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Substandard laneway access and resulting traffic hazard.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The existing laneway is of constrained width and lacks adequate provision for emergency access, refuse collection, and safe pedestrian or cyclist movement.
  • The restricted maneuvering space would necessitate hazardous reversing of vehicles onto Cedarwood Road, endangering public safety.
  • The development would set an undesirable precedent for backland sites with similar access constraints and contravenes the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.13.5.4Volume 2, Appendix 5

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought the demolition of outbuildings to facilitate a backland dwelling at 102 Cedarwood Road, Dublin 11. The application was refused by the planning authority primarily due to the substandard nature of the access laneway, which lacks sufficient width for service and emergency vehicles. It was concluded that the development would create a traffic hazard by forcing vehicles to reverse onto the public road and would fail to meet the standards for backland development set out in the Du...
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