Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority initially refused permission citing insufficient in-curtilage space for vehicles to turn and exit safely; however, the Board's Inspector recommended granting permission, concluding that revised access arrangements (including rear vehicular access for the new dwelling) would not create a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development complies with the 'RES' zoning objective and the policy for corner/garden sites, integrating successfully with the existing streetscape design and scale.
- The revised vehicular access arrangements, specifically the use of a rear entrance for the new dwelling, are considered acceptable and would not significantly impact road safety in the low-density residential context.
- The proposed dwelling and the existing house will both retain sufficient private open space and comply with the overall residential standards of the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective 'RES'Section 12.5.3 (Density and Building Heights)Section 12.6.7 (Residential Standards)Section 12.6.8 (Corner/Garden Sites)Section 12.7.4 (Car Parking Standards)Section 12.7.6 (Car Parking Design and Layout / In-Curtilage Parking)Table 12.26 (Maximum Parking Provision)
Decision Document Summary
This report pertains to a first-party appeal following a refusal by South Dublin County Council for a two-storey, two-bedroom detached dwelling in the side garden of 16 Greenfort Crescent, Clondalkin. The Council's primary concern was traffic safety regarding in-curtilage turning and exiting. The Inspector's assessment found that the principle of residential consolidation is supported by the Development Plan and that the proposed design respects the character of the neighborhood. The Inspector a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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