Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development features a substandard parking area depth (approximately 4.3m) which is insufficient to accommodate a vehicle safely within the curtilage, leading to potential overhanging of the public footpath and endangering public safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The depth of the proposed parking area (c. 4.3m) falls short of the 5m minimum required by the Development Plan, making it impossible to park a car without overhanging the public pavement.
- Despite the applicant's reduction of the entrance width to 3m to meet standards, the fundamental issue of restricted garden depth and pedestrian safety remains unresolved.
- Granting permission would set a negative precedent for similar substandard developments and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the mature residential area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3.1, Appendix 5 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a first-party appeal regarding the refusal of planning permission for a vehicular access and off-street parking at 90 Tyrconnell Park, Inchicore. The applicant proposed altering the front boundary to create a driveway, citing extreme roadside parking difficulties and personal medical needs. While the Planning Authority and the Inspector acknowledged that many surrounding houses have vehicular access, the subject site is uniquely constrained by its location on a curve in the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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