Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes haphazard, piecemeal development that lacks a comprehensive framework for H1 zoned lands and fails to demonstrate adequate transport connectivity or traffic impact assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is considered premature and haphazard in the absence of an agreed framework for the wider H1 zoned lands to address transport, surface water management, and nature development.
- There is a significant lack of connectivity to existing public transport, walking, and cycling infrastructure, which sets an undesirable precedent for unsustainable development.
- The applicant failed to adequately identify traffic impacts or demonstrate that the proposal would not compromise the strategic function and carrying capacity of the surrounding national road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective NH20H1 zoning
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed an extension to an existing access road at Huntstown Townland, Dublin 11, on lands zoned H1 under the Fingal County Development Plan. Fingal County Council refused permission on the grounds that the project represents piecemeal development lacking a coordinated masterplan for the wider area. The refusal emphasizes the lack of integration with public transport and active travel networks, as well as concerns regarding the impact on national road capacity and non-complianc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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