2589/21

Planning permission is sought for development comprising: change of use of first floor level to ancillary pharmacy use, including the construction of a new platform lift to the rear of the unit from ground to first floor level, all associated site and ancillary works at this address in accordance with the plans as submitted.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed change of use constitutes a medical-related use that materially contravenes the Z6 zoning objective as it is not considered ancillary to the pharmacy and is not a permissible use in this zone.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and layout of the proposed first-floor use are not ancillary to the pharmacy but constitute a medical-related use classed as a 'Building for the health, welfare and safety of the public'.
  • The proposed use is not permissible within the Z6 zoning objective and does not meet the criteria to be 'Open for consideration' under Section 14.4 of the Dublin City Development Plan.
  • Granting permission would result in a material contravention of the zoning objective, making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 14.4Z6 zoning objective

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought planning permission for the change of use of the first floor of Unit 1b, Northside Retail Park, Coolock Drive, Dublin 17, from a café to ancillary pharmacy use. The local authority refused the application because the scale and nature of the intended use were deemed more characteristic of a medical facility than an ancillary pharmacy function. As a result, the development was classified as a 'Building for the health, welfare and safety of the public', which is not permitted un...
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