Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes an unauthorized multi-unit housing estate in a rural-zoned area ('RU') that contravenes the rural settlement strategy, lacks applicant eligibility, and presents significant flood and environmental risks.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development of four dwellings in a rural-zoned area materially contravenes the 'RU' zoning objective and the rural settlement strategy, particularly as the applicants failed to demonstrate eligibility for rural housing.
- The proposal is situated in a flood-risk area and lacks sufficient scientific certainty in its Appropriate Assessment screening to rule out significant adverse effects on the Rogerstown Estuary SAC and SPA.
- The project provides substandard residential amenity due to overlooking, insufficient public open space, and a lack of detailed information regarding transportation and pedestrian safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Green Infrastructure Map Based Objective 21RU Rural land use zoning objectiveObjective RF43Objective RF44Objective RF47Objective DMS57BFingal Development Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the dismantling and relocation of existing glasshouses and the construction of four dwellings at South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The site is located within a rural area zoned 'RU' (Rural) and is designated as being under strong urban influence. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the multi-unit nature of the development is incompatible with rural zoning objectives and the applicants did not establish a rural housing need. Additionally, the ref...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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