Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located in a high-risk flood zone (Flood Zone A) and failed to provide an adequate Flood Risk Assessment or a Justification Test as required by national guidelines and local policy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within Flood Zone A and the proposed residential use is classified as 'highly vulnerable', yet the applicant failed to provide a Stage 3 detailed flood risk assessment or a Justification Test.
- The submitted Flood Risk Assessment failed to adequately address climate change or the residual flood risk posed by the proximity of the stream to the east of the site.
- The development would materially contravene specific objectives of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and national Flood Risk Management Guidelines, posing a risk to future occupants and adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective SW02Objective SW07Objective RF46
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a two-storey dwelling and ancillary works at Channel Road, Rush, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily due to significant flood risk concerns, noting the site's location in Flood Zone A. The proposal was deemed contrary to the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023 and national guidelines because the applicant failed to provide a comprehensive Stage 3 Flood Risk Assessment or a Justification Test, thereby failing to demonstrate that the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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