Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to poor architectural design for a prominent corner site and failure to meet minimum internal floor area standards for the proposed apartments.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed design lacks the architectural quality required for a prominent corner site and would negatively impact the visual amenities and streetscape of Dun Laoghaire town centre.
- The development fails to comply with the minimum internal standards for apartment floor areas, storage, and room dimensions as set out in national guidelines and the County Development Plan.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its sensitive context and substandard residential amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective No. 7 (Section 17.8 of the Interim Dun Laoghaire Urban Framework Plan, Appendix 17)Section 12.3.5 (Apartment Development)Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The application sought the demolition of a substandard two-storey building at the rear of 86 George's Street Lower, Dun Laoghaire, to facilitate a new development. The Planning Authority refused permission because the design was deemed insufficient for its prominent corner location within the town centre, failing to provide a high-quality architectural response. Additionally, the proposed two-bedroom apartments failed to meet mandatory minimum standards for floor areas, storage, and room widths,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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