SD23A/0192
Construction of 2 no. three-storey, with third floor level roof terrace, three-bedroom dwellings each served by courtyard to the rear at ground floor level, balcony to the front at first floor level and terrace to the front at second floor level; (ii) removal of existing southern boundary wall and creation of a new shared vehicular access via Cooldrinagh Road (R835) providing access to shared vehicular parking (2 no. spaces), bicycle parking (4 no. spaces) and bin storage area; and, (iii) all ancillary works, inclusive of SuDS drainage, necessary to facilitate the development. All at combined site to the rear of no.1 & no.1A The Crescent, Cooldrinagh, Lucan, Co. Dublin, which are protected structures - SDCC RPS No.095 / MAP No. 095.
Core Refusal Reason
Traffic hazard and road safety concerns due to inadequate sightlines and the substandard nature of the access laneway.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate adequate visibility at the proposed entrance, as neighbouring retaining walls restrict the ability to provide safe sightlines for vehicular egress.
- The development would generate additional traffic on a laneway that is substandard in width and alignment and lacks necessary facilities for pedestrians and vulnerable road users.
- The proposal does not comply with DoECLG Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines (2012) and is considered contrary to the County Development Plan and the sustainable development of the area.