Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to meet minimum residential standards for floor area and storage, presents traffic safety risks due to poor visibility and parking, and lacks adequate technical information regarding drainage and utility setbacks.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling provides substandard residential amenity for future occupants due to insufficient internal floor area and a lack of independent storage provision.
- The development poses a traffic hazard because of inadequate sightlines at the vehicular entrance and insufficient space for on-site car parking.
- The proposal is prejudicial to public health due to the failure to maintain a 3-meter setback from a surface water sewer and the omission of critical drainage and watermain information.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.3.1(iv)Table 11.20Section 11.3.2Green Infrastructure policies
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the construction of a two-storey, two-bedroom end-of-terrace house to the side of an existing dwelling at 45 Arthur Griffith Park, Lucan. The proposal was refused by South Dublin County Council as the internal floor area of 63.125sq.m failed to meet minimum residential standards, and the site layout did not provide adequate parking or safe vehicular access. Furthermore, the development posed risks to public health and infrastructure due to its proximity to a s...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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