Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is consistent with the 'RS – Residential' zoning objective of the Fingal County Development Plan 2017-2023, providing appropriate infill residential development that respects the character and amenities of the area without compromising traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The residential development is acceptable in principle under the 'RS' zoning and aligns with national and local policies for urban consolidation on underutilised infill sites.
- The high-quality architectural design, including staggered heights and sympathetic materials, successfully integrates the buildings into the sensitive coastal landscape and respects the setting of the nearby Protected Structure.
- The proposal will not result in significant adverse impacts on the residential amenities of adjacent properties in terms of overlooking, overshadowing, or loss of privacy.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RS – ResidentialLocal Objective 51Objective SS17Objective PM38Objective PM39Objective PM40Objective PM44Objective PM45Objective NH40Objective DMS39Objective DMS44Objective DMS126Section 12.3Section 12.4
Decision Document Summary
This proposal involves the demolition of unfinished structures at Robswall Cottage, Malahide, to facilitate the construction of one 2-storey house and a 9-unit apartment block (4 storeys total). The site is a 0.298ha infill plot zoned for residential use but located within a sensitive coastal character area adjacent to 'High Amenity' lands and Robswall Castle (a Protected Structure). The Inspector’s assessment highlights that although Local Objective 51 previously restricted the site to two unit...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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