Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered to be in accordance with the 'A' zoning objective and specific Development Plan policies as it provides necessary assisted living accommodation within an established residential area without significantly injuring the residential amenities of the neighborhood or representing overdevelopment of the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The change of use to assisted living accommodation is permitted in principle under the 'A' zoning objective and aligns with policies promoting social inclusion and the adaptation of existing housing stock to meet diverse needs.
- The proposed 53sqm extension and site alterations are appropriate in scale and design, maintaining a significant amount of private open space (c. 180sqm) and ensuring no adverse impact on the character of the area or the amenities of adjacent properties.
- Concerns regarding the intensity of use, noise, and traffic were found to be unsubstantiated, as the facility's operation is comparable to a standard family home and meets car parking requirements for its suburban location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective 'A'Policy Objective PHP13: Equality, Social Inclusion and ParticipationPolicy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock - AdaptationPolicy Objective PHP20: Protection of Existing Residential AmenityPolicy Objective PHP30: Housing for AllSection 12.3.7: Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up AreasSection 12.3.8.2: Nursing Homes/Assisted Living AccommodationSection 12.4.5: TransportSection 12.4.8: Vehicular entrancesSection 12.4.8.3: Driveways/Hardstanding AreasSection 12.8: Open Space and RecreationSection 13.2: Definition of Use Classes
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Davy Property Holdings Unlimited Company, seeks permission for the change of use of a two-storey detached dwelling at 60 Knocknashee, Goatstown, to a community care home (assisted living) for up to eight residents aged 16 to 18 with intellectual or physical disabilities. The proposal includes a 53sqm ground-floor extension, internal modifications to provide nine bedrooms, and associated site works including a wheelchair ramp and three parking spaces. The site is located in a subur...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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