Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance, at 3.6m wide, exceeds the maximum 3m width limit specified for single residential dwellings in the Dublin City Development Plan 2022–2028, creating a traffic hazard and conflict with pedestrians.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 3.6m width of the entrance and gate contravenes the maximum 3m standard set by the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 for single residential units.
- The excessive width would facilitate hazardous vehicular movements that pose a safety risk to pedestrians using the public footpath.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Z2 Residential Neighbourhoods (Conservation Areas)Appendix 5: Off street parkingSection 4.3.1: Dimensions and SurfacingSection 4.3.7
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses an application for the retention of a 3.6m wide vehicular gateway and sliding wrought iron gate at 49 Eglinton Road, Donnybrook, Dublin 4. The site is located in an area zoned Z2 for residential conservation. Dublin City Council originally refused permission based on width restrictions intended to protect pedestrian safety. The appellant argued that the entrance complied with older advisory booklets and noted similar precedents nearby. However, the Inspector determined that ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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