5217/22

The application site is accessed via a shared private lane via Pigeon House Road. The proposed development comprises of 1 no. two bed part single, part two storey dwelling of circa 238 sq.m gross floorspace to the front (north) of the existing dwelling (Bayview Cottage) on the site. The proposed development includes the demolition of a small shed on the site, provision of private open space for the new dwelling, 2 no. car parking spaces for the new dwelling, creation of new vehicular entrance to the site from the private shared lane, and all associated site development works, including drainage and hard & soft landscaping, and all other ancillary works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the proposed backland development is consistent with the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 zoning and compact growth policies, and would not negatively impact the residential amenity, drainage, or traffic safety of the area subject to compliance with conditions.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development aligns with both local and national planning policies encouraging residential density and compact growth in serviced urban areas.
  • Concerns regarding the adequacy of the access laneway for emergency and service vehicles were addressed through Further Information, and the Inspector determined that accessibility and fire safety can be managed via specific planning conditions.
  • The design, scale, and separation distances (minimum 18.5m) of the proposed dwelling ensure that no significant overlooking, overshadowing, or overbearing impacts will occur on neighbouring residential properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Objective Z1 (Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods)Zoning Objective Z2 (Residential Neighbourhoods – Conservation Areas)Section 13.8 (Strategic Regeneration Development Area 6 - Docklands)Policy SC12 (Housing Mix)Policy QHSN6 (Urban Consolidation)Policy SI15 (Site-Specific Flood Risk Assessment)Policy GI41 (Protect Existing Trees as Part of New Development)Section 15.8.6 (Public Open Space)Section 15.13.4 (Backland Housing)Appendix 3 (Achieving Sustainable Compact Growth Policy for Density and Building Height in the City)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal seeks permission for a 2-bedroom, part-single and part-two-storey detached house on a backland site of approximately 0.0844 hectares at Bayview Cottage, Ringsend. The site is situated behind existing terraced houses and is accessed via a shared narrow laneway. The local residents appealed the initial grant of permission, citing concerns over the inadequacy of the laneway for construction and emergency traffic, structural risks to adjoining properties, and loss of privacy. During the...
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