Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (retention) because the proposal is consistent with the 'EE' zoning objective, relates to an established use, and would not seriously injure the residential amenities of the area subject to compliance with noise and temporal conditions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the small Marshals Hut is acceptable as it has minimal visual impact and supports the established car testing operations on site.
- The proposed extension of operating hours is considered reasonable but should be restricted to a 5-year temporary period to allow for a re-assessment of the impact on adjoining residential properties.
- A noise limit condition (55dB(A)) is necessary to protect the residential amenities of nearby properties on Tymonville Road, which are in a transitional area bordering the industrial estate.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.2.1 (iv)Zoning Objective EEZoning Objective RESSouth Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a third-party appeal against the retention of a Marshals Hut (8.8sqm) and revised operating hours at the Greenhills NCT Centre, Tallaght. The site is zoned 'EE' (Enterprise and Employment) but is situated in a transitional area directly bordering residential properties zoned 'RES'. Residents (appellants) raised significant concerns regarding noise pollution, sleep disturbance from 'unsocial' evening hours, and impacts on property values. The Inspector found that while the NC...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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