Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission, concluding that the proposed fencing and gate are consistent with the 'EE' zoning objective, do not negatively impact visual amenities, and do not directly contribute to or worsen traffic hazards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development of a 2.5-metre high mesh fence and a 2.1-metre sliding gate is consistent in principle with the 'EE' zoning objective to provide for enterprise and employment-related uses.
- The visual impact of the fencing is acceptable and in keeping with the character of surrounding industrial sites, particularly as it is similar to fencing permitted on the adjoining site to the west.
- Concerns regarding traffic safety and the unauthorized status of the current storage use are enforcement matters; the physical act of erecting a fence and gate does not, in itself, result in an intensification of use or create a new traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning 'EE'Policy TM5, Objective 1Policy TM5 Objective 3Paragraph 9 of the South Dublin County Council Development Contribution Scheme
Decision Document Summary
The application concerns the construction of a 2.5-metre-high wire mesh perimeter fence and a 2.1-metre-high sliding gate at a site in Clondalkin currently utilized for shipping container storage ('Red Cow Self Storage'). South Dublin County Council (SDCC) initially refused permission, citing concerns that the development would facilitate an unauthorized change of use, create a traffic hazard on the N7 slip road due to inadequate visibility, and set an undesirable precedent. The Inspector's asse...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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