Core Refusal Reason
The proposed demolition of Shamrock Lodge, a well-maintained building of significant architectural and historical interest, and the negative impact that the replacement development's scale and boundary removal would have on the Barnhill Avenue streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Demolition of Shamrock Lodge is unjustified as the building is of significant heritage value (built c. 1814 by Richard Toucher) and is in excellent condition, which directly conflicts with County Development Plan policies prioritizing the retention and reuse of existing buildings.
- The proposed effectively three-story dwellings are considered bulky and lack an appropriate transition in height and scale to the established two-story semi-detached housing in the vicinity.
- The removal of the entire original roadside boundary wall and mature screening in favor of five separate double-width vehicular entrances would be injurious to the visual amenities and character of the Barnhill Avenue streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HER20Policy Objective HER21Policy Objective CA6Policy Objective PHP19Section 12.2.7.7Section 12.3.7.7Section 12.4.8
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the demolition of 'Shamrock Lodge' (a 242 sq m Victorian villa) and the construction of 5 No. three-story dwellings (4 semi-detached and 1 detached) on a 0.19 ha site in Dalkey. The site is zoned Objective 'A' to protect and improve residential amenity. While the applicant argued the building lacked original fabric due to 1990s extensions and that the proposal represents efficient use of serviced land, significant historical evidence was presented by observer...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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