Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed change of use from warehouse/showroom (Class 5) to light industrial use for computer programming (Class 4) constitutes a material change of use and does not qualify as exempted development under the Planning and Development Regulations.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The authorised and established use of Unit 14 is as a warehouse/showroom, which falls within Class 5 of Part 4 of Schedule 2 of the Planning and Development Regulations 2001 (as amended).
- The proposed use for light industrial use involving computer programming (software production) meets the definition of an 'industrial process' and falls within Class 4 of Part 4 of Schedule 2 of the Regulations.
- The change of use from Class 5 to Class 4 would deviate significantly from the original intended use of units within the Fashion City complex and therefore constitutes a material change of use that is not exempted development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Council Development Plan 2016-2022Zoning Objective EE: To provide for enterprise and employment related uses
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report concerns a Section 5 referral regarding Unit 14, Fashion City, Ballymount, Dublin 24. The applicant, Surf Accounts Ltd, sought a declaration on whether the use of the unit for software production/computer programming constitutes development or exempted development. The site is situated within a specialized business park dedicated to the clothing trade. The Inspector noted the planning history, specifically that the unit's established use is a showroom/warehouse (Class 5)....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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