Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular access would negatively impact the root zone of a mature public street tree, violating local development and tree protection policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The construction of the entrance and dishing would inevitably damage the root zone of an existing mature public street tree located in front of the property.
- The proposal is non-compliant with Section 15.6.10 and Appendix 5 of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, as well as the Dublin City Tree Strategy.
- The development would result in serious injury to the residential amenities of the area and establish an undesirable precedent for similar unsustainable developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.6.10Section 4.3.2 in Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to develop a vehicular access at the front of an existing residence at 31 Belgrove Road, Clontarf. The planning authority refused the application primarily due to the proximity of a mature public street tree. It was determined that the works would compromise the tree's root system, thereby conflicting with the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 and the Dublin City Tree Strategy. The decision emphasizes the protection of green infrastructure and the prevention ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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