Core Refusal Reason
The development is located on an access laneway on unzoned lands where its siting is considered haphazard, potentially restricting access to adjoining properties and creating conflict between pedestrians and vehicular traffic, thereby endangering public safety and being contrary to pedestrian network policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The siting of the structure on a narrow access laneway is considered a haphazard form of development that interferes with the rear access of residential and commercial properties.
- The resulting reduction in the laneway's width creates a traffic hazard and potential conflict between pedestrians, customers, and vehicles entering/exiting a busy regional road.
- The development is contrary to specific Dublin City Development Plan policies (SMT11 and SMT18) which aim to protect and improve the safety and accessibility of the pedestrian environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028Section 14.3.2 (Unzoned lands)Section 15.14.7.2 (Restaurants/Cafes)Chapter 8 (Sustainable Movement and Transport)Policy SMT11 (Pedestrian Network)Policy SMT18 (The Pedestrian Environment)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for a 7.5 sq.m. converted container (coffee pod) with cedar cladding, located on a laneway off Poole Terrace, Dolphin's Barn, Dublin 8. The site is situated on unzoned land that provides access to a commercial auto-repair yard and the rear of several residential properties. The Inspector acknowledges that while the use may be compatible with surrounding commercial zonings and serves a local need (near the Coombe Hospital), the specific siting is deeply ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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