2241601

Permission is sought for the demolition of existing shed and greenhouse and for the new development consisting of the construction of a new part single-storey, part two-storey detached dwelling house to the rear of No.23 Temple Vale, Beaumont, Cork, with new vehicular access from Beaumont Avenue, together with all ancillary works including connection to services.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended that conditions 4 and 5 be retained to protect the visual character of a period stone wall and to ensure road safety on the substandard, narrow Beaumont Avenue, finding the proposed 7m entrance width contrary to the Cork City Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • Conditions 4 and 5 are reasonable and necessary to ensure the development is consistent with Section 11.145 of the Development Plan regarding driveway widths and character preservation.
  • The substandard width and shared-usage nature of Beaumont Avenue (a narrow cul-de-sac) require demonstrated sightlines and adequate parking depth to prevent traffic hazards for vulnerable road users.
  • The removal of 7 meters of a characterful period rubble stone wall would negatively impact the visual amenity and the high degree of containment that defines the lane's character.

Cited Policies (CDP)

ZO-01 Sustainable Residential NeighbourhoodsSection 11.12Section 11.145Section 11.9Section 11.243

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the construction of a detached dwelling to the rear of No. 23 Temple Vale, Cork, with new vehicular access proposed from Beaumont Avenue. The Planning Authority granted permission but imposed conditions limiting the driveway width to 3m and requiring revised sightlines. The applicant appealed these specific conditions, arguing that a wider 7m entrance was consistent with the area and necessary for parking viability. The Inspector found that Beaumont Avenue is a substandard ...
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