SD21A/0161
Two-storey commercial building providing two new units and ancillary accommodation (1,574sq.m gross floor area); Unit 1 will be used as a shop (1,057sq.m), Unit 2 will be used for professional services or health centre or office or gymnasium ( 517sq.m); the development will also consist of roof plant and PV panels; Lucan advertising signage (50sq.m) and other indicative illuminated signage zones; extended service yard and new access gates; new pedestrian linkage to adjoining Somerton site; reconfigured customer car park and new vehicle charging infrastructure; standalone substation/switch room (30sq.m); hard and soft landscaping, and pedestrian canopy; connection to services; all associated site and development works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is recommended for grant as it is consistent with the 'District Centre' zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, provides essential pedestrian and cyclist connectivity to the Adamstown SDZ, and will not seriously injure residential amenities or endanger public safety subject to compliance with conditions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension is appropriate in scale for a Level 3 District Centre and aligns with both the County Development Plan and the Adamstown SDZ Planning Scheme objectives.
- The proposed pedestrian and cyclist link to Somerton is a critical piece of infrastructure for local permeability and sustainable movement, and its design sufficiently addresses concerns regarding passive surveillance and anti-social behavior.
- Potential residential amenity impacts, specifically relating to noise from the loading area and light spill, can be effectively mitigated through restricted delivery hours and specialized lighting fixtures controlled by condition.