Core Refusal Reason
The development encroaches on land zoned for public open space, fails to meet private amenity standards, and prejudices the strategic development of the Royal Canal Greenway.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The omission of boundary walls and the inclusion of doors opening directly onto public open space contravenes previous planning conditions and is considered unacceptable.
- The development results in private open space being situated on land zoned 'OS' (Open Space), which is intended for public use and recreational amenities.
- The loss of public open space prejudices the development of the Royal Canal Greenway and fails to comply with the Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS87Objective ED69Zoning Objective OS
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention for alterations to a residential development at Crannach, Granard Bridge, Castleknock. The local authority refused permission because the development encroached upon land designated for public open space, failed to provide adequate private amenity space as per Objective DMS87, and lacked a proper boundary treatment. Additionally, the loss of this public land was deemed to prejudice the delivery of the Royal Canal Greenway (Objective ED69), making the proposal contra...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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