SD23A/0109
Erection of two storey dwelling which would contain a floorspace of 118.3sq.m on a strip of land which is located to the side and would provide a combined kitchen / dining room, a sitting room and four bedrooms, along with ancillary bathroom, storage, utility and hallway / corridor accommodation; The application also entails the provision of a rear garden, two parking spaces in the front part of the site and all site works including connections to the public mains water supply, storm water sewer and foul effluent sewer and boundary treatment, along with all ancillary site works.
Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority initially refused permission citing the proposed parking space being located in the public realm and unresolved technical agreements with Irish Water regarding a fire hydrant; however, the Inspector recommends a grant of permission as land ownership for the parking area was clarified on appeal and technical matters are deemed resolvable by condition.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed infill development is consistent with the 'RES' zoning objective and the specific Strategic Local Objective CS7 SLO 1 which identifies the site for a maximum of one additional housing unit.
- The provision of a dedicated car parking space within the applicant's ownership, as clarified through the appeal process, addresses previous concerns regarding the public realm and vehicle turning movements.
- The development supports national and local consolidation policies for compact growth within 'Dublin City and Suburbs' and will not negatively impact the residential or visual amenities of the area.