Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to insufficient information regarding its impact on agricultural zoning, traffic safety, flood risk, ecological preservation, and slope stability, posing a risk of environmental pollution and public health hazards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the infilling works would not negatively impact the RU zoning objective or the future agricultural viability of the site.
- Significant technical concerns remain regarding slope stability and flood risk, specifically the potential for catastrophic material slippage into the Camac River and increased downstream flooding.
- The application lacked essential environmental and visual assessments (EcIA, LVIA, Traffic Assessment) and failed to accurately describe the scope of works, including hedgerow removal, in the public notices.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RU zoning objectiveHCL7HCL15SD18A/0180
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for land recontouring and infilling works on a 2.4-hectare site in Slade, Saggart, Co. Dublin, within an area zoned for rural amenity and agriculture (RU). South Dublin County Council refused the proposal primarily because the applicant provided inadequate information to justify the development's impact on agricultural land, traffic safety, and the local landscape. Furthermore, the proximity to the Camac River raised critical concerns regarding slope stability,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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