2140563

Permission for the demolition of an existing bungalow and removal of its septic tank, the construction of a residential development consisting of 16 no. two storey dwellings, with optional sunrooms to the rear, provision of a new boundary wall with vehicular entrance access from the Bawnafinny Road only. Completion of landscaping and site development works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Planning Authority initially refused permission because the development lacked a childcare facility, which was deemed contrary to Policy SC 3-1 of the Cork County Development Plan and Ministerial Guidelines. However, the Inspector recommends granting permission subject to a condition requiring the omission of House No. 12 to accommodate a creche facility.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development is permissible in principle as the site is zoned 'Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods' (ZO 01) and represents an appropriate consolidation of the urban area.
  • The lack of a proposed childcare facility, while a concern for the Planning Authority, can be satisfactorily resolved by a planning condition requiring the redesign of House No. 12 into a creche with a minimum capacity for 30 children.
  • Subject to compliance with conditions regarding design amendments, boundary treatments, and financial contributions for pedestrian infrastructure, the development will not negatively impact residential amenity or traffic safety.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy SC 3 - 1Zoned ZO 01 (Sustainable Residential Neighbourhoods)Section 12.24Objective 3.21 (Childcare Facilities)Objective 10.72Objective 10.73Objective 10.74Objective 11.1Objective 11.2Objective 11.3Objective 11.4Objective 11.5

Decision Document Summary

This report pertains to a first-party appeal by Gleann Fia Homes Limited against Cork City Council's decision to refuse permission for 16 residential units (12 three-bed and 4 four-bed dwellings) at Bawnafinny, Tower, Blarney. The 0.548ha site is characterized by sloping terrain and proximity to the Shournagh River and existing Gleann Fia residential developments. The central issue was whether a creche was required. The Planning Authority argued that the cumulative impact of the wider developmen...
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