Core Refusal Reason
The loss of public on-street parking to accommodate a private vehicular entrance is contrary to city development policies and would set an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in the removal of on-street parking to accommodate a private vehicular entrance, conflicting with policies aimed at managing kerbside activity for all users.
- The reduction in on-street parking supply would negatively impact the convenience of road users and the residential amenity of the surrounding area.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments, undermining the proper planning and sustainable development of the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SMT25Section 8.5.7
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought to create new off-street parking within the curtilage of a dwelling at 7 Ailesbury Park, Ballsbridge, Dublin 4. Dublin City Council refused the application because the necessary vehicular entrance would require the removal of existing on-street parking spaces. This was found to be in direct conflict with Policy SMT25 and Section 8.5.7 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, which prioritizes the management of on-street parking for the wider community. The authority con...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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