Core Refusal Reason
The creation of an excessively long dead frontage through the amalgamation of units and closure of street access, which would undermine the vitality and viability of the shopping street.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The amalgamation of the retail units and the permanent closure of street access would result in an excessively long stretch of dead frontage on the main shopping street.
- The permanent nature of the proposed development would negatively impact the long-term viability and vitality of the existing retail environment, regardless of current vacancy.
- The proposal materially contravenes specific objectives ED1 and ED3 of the Ashtown-Pelletstown Local Area Plan 2014 regarding the protection of active street frontages.
Cited Policies (CDP)
ED1ED3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the demolition of an internal wall to merge Retail Unit 5 into the existing Supervalu (Units 3/4) at The Chandler, Ashtown Road, Dublin 15. This would have involved the permanent closure of a street-facing entrance. The local authority refused the application because the resulting loss of active frontage would create a 'dead' streetscape, harming the commercial character and vibrancy of the village centre. The decision noted that the development was contrary to...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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