4768/22

The development will consist of the construction of a new two storey detached, two bedroom dwelling, with two dormer windows to the front and one dormer window to the rear, with a total floor area of c.72.4 m2, associated private space. The construction of a new boundary wall to the rear of the dwelling and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes overdevelopment on a restricted site and substandard laneway, resulting in overbearing impacts and conflict with Z2 residential conservation zoning.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would seriously impact the visual amenity of neighboring sites due to substandard separation distances.
  • The proposal would have an overbearing impact on the surrounding area and set a negative precedent for future development.
  • The project is contrary to the Z2 zoning objective, which seeks to protect and improve the amenities of residential conservation areas.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Z2 zoning objective

Decision Document Summary

This application proposed the construction of a two-storey detached dwelling on a restricted site located at the rear of 12 Bloomfield Avenue, Portobello. The local authority refused permission primarily because the site is situated on a substandard laneway and the proposed structure would result in overbearing impacts and inadequate separation distances from adjacent properties. The decision noted that the development would undermine the Z2 zoning objective intended to protect residential conse...
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