WEB1666/22

Planning permission for a) the removal of existing garden wall to side of house no. 138,b) the construction of 1 No. 2 storey semi-detached dwelling house creating a terrace c) construction of new shared vehicular entrance and driveway from Dingle road to provide front gardens and parking spaces for No. 138 and the proposed new dwelling, d) modifications to the existing rear gardens to provide private open space for No. 138 and the proposed new dwelling, e) new roof-light to rear roof of the existing dwelling at No.138 and f) all associated site works at the site.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inappropriate design and scale that would visually detract from the character of the area, combined with traffic safety hazards arising from an excessively wide vehicular entrance located near a junction.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale, design, and flat-roof elements of the proposed house are visually incongruous and would disrupt the symmetry and character of the existing semi-detached red-brick dwellings.
  • The proposed 5m wide vehicular entrance exceeds the maximum permissible width and poses a traffic hazard to pedestrians and road users due to its proximity to the Faussagh Avenue junction.
  • The development would set an undesirable precedent for similar works in the vicinity and is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 16.10.9Appendix 5.1Parking Cars in Front Gardens

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the removal of a side garden wall at 138 Dingle Road, Cabra West, to facilitate a new dwelling and a two-car parking area. Dublin City Council refused permission on the grounds that the architectural design and scale of the new house were out of keeping with the established pattern of development and would negatively impact the visual amenities of the streetscape. Furthermore, the planning authority cited significant traffic safety concerns regarding the proximity of the...
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