Core Refusal Reason
The proposed commercial repair and recovery service is a non-permitted use under the 'Greenbelt' zoning objective and represents a haphazard development that is incompatible with the adjoining 'Rural Village' context and residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The commercial use for a repair and recovery service is not permitted within the GB 'Greenbelt' zoning and fails to integrate with the character and infrastructure requirements of the adjoining RV 'Rural Village' lands.
- The site layout is considered haphazard and piecemeal, failing to provide clear access, legible circulation, or adequate car parking for the various uses on the site.
- The development would seriously injure residential amenities and depreciate property values in the vicinity due to the inappropriate provision of private open space for the existing dwelling.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GB ‘Greenbelt’ Zoning ObjectiveFingal Development Plan 2017-2023RV ‘Rural Village’ Zoning ObjectiveKinsealy Local Area Plan
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new entrance gate and the demolition of a garden shed at DKL Recovery, Kinsealy Garden Centre, to support a commercial repair and recovery service. The site is situated within the 'Greenbelt' (GB) zoning of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and adjacent to 'Rural Village' (RV) lands. Fingal County Council refused the application primarily because the commercial use is not permitted in the Greenbelt and is incompatible with the Kinsealy Local Area Plan. Fu...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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