WEB1263/24

The removal of existing vehicular and pedestrian entrance gates, the demolition of 2 no. existing brick piers, the widening of vehicular access, the erection of a new entrance and garden walls, the replacement of a section of existing limestone wall capping with new capping, the installation of a new automated metal sliding vehicular gate and new metal pedestrian gate.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The loss of historic wrought iron gates and their replacement with modern alternatives would negatively impact the character of the property and the Residential Conservation Area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The removal of historic wrought iron gates and their replacement with modern metal casement and sliding automated gates is considered out of character with the property and the streetscape.
  • The proposal is contrary to the Z2 zoning objective, which seeks to protect and improve the amenities of residential conservation areas.
  • The development would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the locality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Appendix 5, Section 4.3.7Z2 zoning

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the removal of existing historic vehicular and pedestrian entrance gates and associated demolition at 23 St. Kevin's Park, Dartry, Dublin 6. Located within a Z2 Residential Conservation Area, the application was refused because the replacement of traditional wrought iron features with modern automated gates was deemed detrimental to the architectural character of the house and the surrounding streetscape. The planning authority concluded that the development would violate s...
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