Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling fails to meet minimum internal residential space standards, lacks adequate traffic safety and access details, and provides insufficient information regarding water infrastructure connections.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling provides sub-standard internal accommodation, failing to meet minimum floor area, bedroom size, and storage requirements as set out in the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and national guidelines.
- The application lacks clarity regarding site boundaries and access arrangements, potentially depriving the existing dwelling of its access and creating a traffic safety hazard.
- Insufficient information was provided regarding water and foul water connections to Irish Water infrastructure, preventing a full assessment of the site's serviceability.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 3.20
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the demolition of a side extension and the construction of a new two-storey, three-bedroom dwelling at 75 Woodlawn Park Avenue, Firhouse. The application was refused as the proposed house size of 74 sq.m is significantly below the required 92 sq.m standard, resulting in sub-standard living conditions with inadequate bedroom sizes and storage. Furthermore, the planning authority identified significant deficiencies in the site layout regarding traffic safety and access, as we...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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