3922/23

Demolition of existing garage to the rear of the existing property. The construction of 1no. new detached partial 2 storey, flat roofed, 2 bed dwelling to the rear of the existing house/site with one off-street car parking space and 1 no. bicycle space with pedestrian, bicycle & vehicular access from Phillipsburg Avenue and all ancillary works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed dwelling fails to meet minimum standards for private open space, internal accommodation dimensions, and architectural design quality, resulting in poor residential amenity and a negative visual impact on the streetscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed private open space is substandard in size, location, and functionality, failing to meet the minimum requirement of 10sq.m per bedspace and lacking a proper relationship with the dwelling's living areas.
  • The internal accommodation is deficient in overall floor area, bedroom sizes, living room width, and storage, contrary to national guidelines and the City Development Plan standards for sustainable communities.
  • The architectural design, featuring plain brick facades and a lack of detailing, is visually disharmonious with the existing streetscape and fails to contribute positively to the character of Philipsburgh Avenue.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.11.3Section 15.11.1Section 15.13.3Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought the demolition of an existing garage at 1 Foyle Road, Dublin 3, to facilitate the construction of a new dwelling on a prominent site visible from Philipsburgh Avenue. Dublin City Council refused the application on three primary grounds: inadequate private open space for future residents, substandard internal living dimensions that fail to meet national quality housing standards, and a poor architectural response that would negatively impact the visual amenity of the area. The...
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