Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes a substandard form of residential accommodation due to poor internal amenity, inadequate private open space, and failure to demonstrate safe and legal access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development provides insufficient private open space and inadequate separation distances from the existing property, resulting in a substandard level of residential amenity for future occupants.
- The applicant failed to adequately demonstrate a legal right of way for access to the site, which is currently bounded by undeveloped land and fencing.
- The lack of defensible boundaries and sufficient public lighting, combined with the site's isolated context, raises significant concerns regarding the safety and security of future residents.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy QH21Policy QH22Section 16.10.2
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a two-storey, two-bedroom mews apartment dwelling located to the rear of 45 North Strand Road, Dublin 3. Dublin City Council refused permission because the design failed to meet minimum residential quality standards regarding open space and separation distances, creating a poor living environment. Furthermore, the planning authority was not satisfied that legal access had been established or that the site's isolated location and lack of public lighting would provide a sa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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