Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is contrary to the 'EE' zoning objective which prohibits residential use, and would result in substandard residential amenity due to noise from the N7 and overlooking of the existing dwelling.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located on lands zoned 'EE' (Enterprise and Employment) where residential development is specifically listed as 'not permitted' under the County Development Plan.
- The proximity of the dwelling to the N7/Naas Road without any proposed noise mitigation measures would result in a severely deficient quality of residential amenity for future occupants.
- The positioning of a significant two-storey structure to the rear of the existing house would cause unacceptable overlooking and loss of privacy for the original dwelling, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Council Development Plan 2016-2022Zoning Objective EE
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for an amendment to a previous grant (Ref. SD20A/0223) to reposition a proposed four-bedroom, two-storey house into the rear garden of an existing property at 2 Bedlesshill, Clondalkin. The site is situated immediately adjacent to the N7/Naas Road. The Planning Authority refused the application primarily because the land is zoned for Enterprise and Employment (EE) uses, which excludes residential development. Furthermore, the proposal was deemed to provide poor...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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