Core Refusal Reason
The development's design, scale, and central siting negatively impact the architectural character and setting of Protected Structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and materials of the structures are unsympathetic and incongruous with the historic character of the Protected Structures.
- The central positioning of the office and fence is visually obtrusive and causes serious injury to the special architectural setting of the subject and adjoining properties.
- The development contravenes Policy BHA2 of the City Development Plan 2022-2028 and would establish an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy BHA2
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of a 15sqm ancillary garden office and timber fencing located in the rear garden of 94/96 Rathmines Road Lower, which are designated Protected Structures. The local authority refused permission on the grounds that the structures' design, scale, and prominent siting were visually obtrusive and harmful to the architectural integrity and setting of the historic buildings. The proposal was deemed to be in direct conflict with Policy BHA2 of the Dublin City Devel...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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