Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered consistent with the 'NC' (Neighbourhood Centre) zoning of the area, compatible with the established public house use, and, subject to conditions, will not seriously injure residential amenities or compromise traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The outdoor seating area is appropriate for the Neighbourhood Centre zoning and fits the established character of the public house.
- Disputes regarding site ownership and rights-of-way are legal matters for the courts and do not prevent a grant of planning permission under Section 34(13) of the Act.
- Potential impacts on residential amenity, specifically noise and pedestrian movement, can be effectively managed through strict conditions regarding hours of use, music prohibition, and footpath width maintenance.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective 'NC' (Neighbourhood Centre)Section 5.13 of the Development Management GuidelinesSection 34(13) of the Planning and Development Act, 2000Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for an outdoor seating area (originally 135sq.m, revised to 113sq.m) comprising tables, chairs, planters, and a retractable awning at Brady's public house in Shankill. The site is located in a Neighbourhood Centre 'NC' zone, adjacent to a residential development called Stonebridge Close. Appellants raised significant concerns regarding a right-of-way across the site, traffic congestion from deliveries, and potential noise disturbance. The Inspector foun...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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