4207/23

PERMISSION:For the demolition of the existing two storey structure and enclosing perimeter walls on site and the construction of 4No. new terraced, three storey dwellings with balconies and roof terraces, roof lights, landscaping and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development on a site of 0.0288Ha.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to excessive scale and massing that would negatively impact residential amenity and the streetscape, combined with a failure to adequately address flood risk requirements.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development's scale, mass, and design would result in over-bearing, overlooking, and overshadowing of adjoining properties while providing insufficient private open space for future residents.
  • The structure would appear visually incongruous and out of character with the prevailing architectural context, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the development would not be at risk of flooding or increase flood risk to the surrounding area, contrary to the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment and national guidelines.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Z1 zoning objectiveSection 15.5.2 Infill DevelopmentPolicy SI14

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the demolition of an existing two-storey structure at the corner of Old Kilmainham and Shannon Terrace, Dublin 8, to facilitate a new development. Dublin City Council refused permission because the proposal's height and proportions were considered out of scale with the existing streetscape and detrimental to the residential amenities of neighboring properties. Additionally, the site is located in a flood-prone area, and the applicant failed to provide a satisfactory floo...
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