Core Reason for the Refused Part
The widening of the vehicular entrance was refused due to the loss of on-street parking, non-compliance with dimensional standards for off-street parking, and the creation of a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed widening would result in the loss of public on-street parking, which is contrary to development plan policies aimed at managing kerbside activity and residential amenity.
- The existing entrance is considered unauthorised, and the proposed width of 3.58m exceeds the maximum standards set out in the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The front garden lacks the minimum 5-metre depth required for off-street parking, which would lead to vehicles overhanging the public road and creating a traffic safety hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SMT25Section 8.5.7Appendix 5, Section 4.1Section 4.3.1, Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed an extension to an existing dwelling and the widening of a vehicle entrance at 27 Rugby Road, Dublin 6. The Planning Authority issued a split decision, granting permission for the extension (subject to modifications including the reduction of the first-floor length and omission of an ensuite) but refusing the vehicular entrance works. The refusal was primarily based on the loss of on-street parking and the fact that the site cannot accommodate a standard 5-metre parking ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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