SD21A/0166

Change of use of 3 office units in the building to the rear of site (Block B) into 3 one-bed apartments; minor elevational changes to install additional windows to side elevations; the site is shared with a second building (Block A) which fronts onto the main street, Block A is a Protected Structure (no works proposed to Block A).

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inadequate emergency vehicle access, lack of demonstrated parking provision within the applicant's control, and a total absence of private amenity space, which would result in poor residential standards and traffic hazards.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

The site lacks adequate access for emergency vehicles due to narrow road widths and fails to demonstrate that required car parking is within the ownership or control of the applicant, creating a traffic hazard.
The development fails to provide any private amenity space, which is a significant breach of national design standards and would be detrimental to the residential amenity of future occupants.
The proposal contravenes the 'VC' zoning objective and the South Dublin County Council Development Plan 2016-2022, representing poor planning and sustainable development for the Village Centre area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

VC Zoning objectiveSDCC Development Plan 2016-2022Design Standards for New Apartments March 2018

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the change of use of three office units in Block B at Liberty Square, Rathcoole, into residential units. South Dublin County Council refused the application because the narrow access routes are insufficient for emergency vehicle access and the applicant failed to prove control over the necessary parking areas. Additionally, the complete absence of private amenity space was found to be seriously injurious to the residential amenity of future occupants and contrary to both...

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