Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would significantly disrupt the established building line on Clonshaugh Road, appearing visually obtrusive on a prominent corner site, and would result in a significant shortfall of private open space for the parent dwelling, compromising residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would sit a full house width proud of the established building line on Clonshaugh Road, creating a visually obtrusive and incongruous feature in the streetscape.
- The remaining 40sqm of private open space is insufficient for the parent dwelling, which is capable of accommodating nine bedspaces across at least five bedrooms, failing to meet the minimum standards of the Development Plan.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to demonstrate compatibility of scale and design with adjoining dwellings.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.13.3: Infill/Side Garden Housing DevelopmentsSection 15.11.3: Private Open SpaceAppendix 5, Section 4.3.1: Dimensions and Surfacing
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a first-party appeal by Andrew Brown against Dublin City Council's refusal of permission for a detached two-storey, three-bedroom house in the side garden of 2 Riverside Park, Clonshaugh. The site is a prominent corner plot at the junction with Clonshaugh Road. The Inspector identifies two primary conflicts: visual impact and residential amenity. Regarding visual impact, the Inspector argues that while the house aligns with Riverside Park, it would severely breach the buildi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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