4293/23
Planning permission for the infill site at the rear. The proposed development consists of: Demolition of the existing disused metal and block sheds abutting the northern boundary, and block shed abutting the southern boundary; Construction of a 2-storey 2-bedroom detached house with an internal balcony from the first-floor level on the southeast elevation. All with associated site works, drainage, bins store, bike store, landscaping, boundary treatment and access to the development is provided from the existing laneway off Bath Street, Dublin 4.
Core Refusal Reason
The primary grounds for refusal involve the protection of residential and visual amenities, the prevention of overdevelopment through the loss of private open space, and the safeguarding of archaeological heritage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would negatively impact the visual amenity of the area unless strictly controlled by specific material finishes and adherence to amended site layouts.
- The development would result in a loss of residential amenity and inadequate private open space if future extensions or ancillary structures were permitted on the site.
- The site clearance and groundworks pose a risk to potential archaeological features, requiring mandatory professional monitoring and preservation measures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves an infill residential development at the rear of 1A St. Marys Terrace, Bath Street, Dublin 4. The planning authority refused permission due to concerns regarding the impact on the character of the terrace and the residential amenity of the area. The decision highlights the necessity for strict design controls, the removal of exempt development rights to protect open space, and the implementation of archaeological monitoring to mitigate the impact of the development on a con...PDF Document Missing
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