Core Planning Reasoning
The retention of the single-storey extension to the west of the main house would prejudice the future reallocation of road space and public realm improvements along Dundrum Road, directly contravening a previous condition (Condition 2 of P.A. Ref. No. D20B/0340) intended to address a critical infrastructure pinch point.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Retention of the western extension would physically obstruct necessary improvements to active travel and public transport facilities at a identified pinch point on Dundrum Road.
- The proposal is premature pending the adoption of the Draft Dundrum Local Area Plan, which seeks to transition Dundrum Road from an arterial route to a neighborhood-focused street.
- The application documentation is inaccurate and fails to address potentially unauthorized works, including a vehicular entrance that poses a significant road safety and traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective APolicy Objective T5: Public Transport ImprovementsPolicy Objective T6: Quality Bus Network/Bus ConnectsPolicy Objective T11: Walking and CyclingPolicy Objective T12: Footways and Pedestrian RoutesPolicy Objective T31: AccessibilitySection 12.3.7: Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up AreaSection 12.3.9: Demolition and Replacement DwellingsPolicy Objective PHP35: Healthy PlacemakingPolicy Objective PHP37: Enhanced Public RealmPolicy Objective PHP38: Preserve and Enhance the Public RealmPolicy Objective PHP40: Shared Space LayoutsPolicy Objective MFC3: PlacemakingSection 12.3.1.1: Design Criteria for NeighbourhoodSection 12.8.5: Public Open Space – Quality
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention and completion of residential extensions at Sommerville Lodge, a former single-storey gate lodge. The central point of contention is the retention of a western extension that the Planning Authority previously ordered to be omitted (Condition 2, P.A. Ref. No. D20B/0340) to facilitate a boundary setback for road widening and pedestrian/cycle improvements. The site is located on Dundrum Road, an arterial route currently suffering from narrow footpaths and a lack of c...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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