5249/22
Development will consist of a proposed new vehicular entrance to the front of 236 Ballymun Road. The existing front garage vehicular door to be changed to a pedestrian door & window. The side elevation to the garage to replace a window with a door & 2no Velux's. A proposed new ground floor only extension to the rear of the house connecting to existing garage and all ancillary works.
Core Reason for the Refused Part
The proposed new vehicular entrance would give rise to additional traffic movements onto a major arterial road at a point involving a bus lane, cycle lane, and pedestrian footpath near a bus stop, thereby creating a traffic hazard and endangering public safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension and garage modifications are acceptable in scale and will not negatively impact the residential amenity of the area or adjoining properties.
- The provision of an additional vehicular entrance is unnecessary as the site is already served by a shared entrance that facilitates parking.
- The location of the proposed entrance on a high-traffic dual carriageway with dedicated public transport and cycling infrastructure makes it unsuitable for additional access points due to traffic safety risks.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application at 236 Ballymun Road, Dublin 9, involves two distinct elements: the modification of an existing garage and the construction of a rear extension to connect it to the main house, and the creation of a new, independent vehicular entrance. The site currently shares a vehicular access point with the neighboring property. The Inspector notes that while many nearby houses have independent entrances, the current site context on a major dual carriageway (Ballymun Road) includes a bus lane...PDF Document Missing
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