Core Refusal Reason
The proposed roof terrace would negatively impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties through noise and disturbance, conflicting with the Z2 zoning objective for residential conservation areas.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The elevated location of the terrace over a single-storey rear extension would result in significant noise and general disturbance to adjacent residents.
- The proximity of the proposed development to adjoining residential properties is incompatible with the protection of existing residential amenities.
- The proposal is contrary to the Z2 zoning objective, which specifically aims to protect the amenities of residential conservation areas.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z2 zoning objectiveDublin City Development Plan 2016-2022
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the conversion of a first-floor flat roof into a private terrace at 75 Ringsend Road, Dublin 4. The planning authority refused permission primarily due to the development's elevated position and its close proximity to neighboring homes. It was determined that the terrace would cause undue noise and disturbance, thereby failing to meet the requirements of the Z2 zoning objective in the Dublin City Development Plan 2016-2022, which seeks to protect the character and amenities...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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