SD22A/0341

New south facing, 3 storeys, 3 bedroom, flat roofed dwelling with self-coloured render and Yertical timber cladding finish, on a site at the rear (Protected structure - SDCC RPS No.095 / Map 095). The development involves the splitting of the existing site in two while retaining the existing 3 storeys over basement dwelling as-is; The proposed site to the rear will have an area of 125.8 sq.m and the dwelling will have a total floor area of 150.3 sq.m; The application includes an accessible screened roof garden, front facing screened balcony, an internal courtyard, proposed services, all associated site works and a new vehicular entry with a sliding gate off the R835.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Traffic hazard and road safety concerns due to inadequate access, substandard laneway infrastructure, and insufficient parking space.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed entrance lacks adequate visibility, creating a traffic hazard for increased vehicle movements.
  • The existing laneway is substandard in width and alignment, lacking necessary facilities for pedestrians and vulnerable road users.
  • The site layout fails to provide sufficient on-curtilage parking depth, falling short of the required 6m minimum.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the construction of a three-storey, three-bedroom flat-roofed dwelling at 1 The Crescent, Cooldrinagh, Lucan. The application was refused primarily due to significant road safety and traffic concerns. The Planning Authority determined that the development would utilize a substandard laneway with poor visibility and inadequate pedestrian infrastructure, while also failing to meet minimum parking standards and national road guidelines....
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