SD22A/0375

The development will consist of; the construction of a new part single storey, part two-storey, 5 bedroom, detached house to the northern garden of the existing house. The provision of a new vehicular entrance accessed from the public road to serve the new dwelling. The construction of a new driveway within the site boundary and all other associated site and drainage works including new boundary walls and fences, terraces and landscaping works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is situated on a substandard rural road network incapable of supporting further ribbon development, posing a significant traffic hazard and setting an undesirable precedent.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The existing rural road network is substandard in width, alignment, and infrastructure, making it unsuitable for additional traffic generated by new residential units.
  • The proposal constitutes unsustainable ribbon development in an area already saturated with one-off housing, which is contrary to proper planning principles.
  • Granting permission would establish a negative precedent that would cumulatively degrade the residential amenities and safety of the surrounding area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the construction of a new residential development at Greenways, Tubber Lane Road, Lucan. The site is located within a rural context served by a narrow road network lacking pedestrian facilities and public lighting. South Dublin County Council refused the application on the grounds that the local infrastructure is inadequate to cater for further development, citing traffic safety risks and the negative impact of continued ribbon development on the character and amenity of th...
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