Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development materially contravenes the 'Objective OS' (Open Space) zoning as it does not qualify under the specific residential exceptions permitted by Policy H3 Objective 4.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development materially contravenes the 'Objective OS' zoning objective, which is intended to preserve and provide for open space and recreational amenities.
- The proposal fails to meet the criteria of Policy H3 Objective 4, which limits residential development on open space lands to community-led housing for older persons or social and affordable housing.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that would cumulatively degrade the quality and quantum of public open space in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective OSPolicy H3 Objective 4South Dublin County Development Plan 2022 - 2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicant proposed the construction of a single two-storey, three-bedroom detached dwelling at 1 Cloonmore Drive, Tallaght. The site is situated on land zoned 'Objective OS' (Open Space) under the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority refused the application because the proposal does not meet the specific requirements of Policy H3 Objective 4, which only allows for social, affordable, or older-person housing on such lands. The development was deemed a materia...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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