Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located on land zoned for Open Space (OS) and within a protected riparian corridor, failing to meet the specific housing criteria for such zones while threatening the biodiversity and amenity value of Sean Walsh Park.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal fails to meet the specific criteria for residential development on Open Space (OS) zoned land, as it does not comprise community-led housing for older persons or social/affordable housing.
- The development encroaches upon the mandatory 10-metre riparian buffer zone for the Kiltipper Stream, violating policies intended to protect native vegetation and watercourses.
- The site forms an integral part of Sean Walsh Park and a wider habitat network; its development would result in biodiversity loss and the erosion of public recreational amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective OSH3 Objective 4Policy G13 Objective 3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought full planning permission for the construction of new detached 3-bedroom houses at 26 Cois Na hAbhann, Old Bawn, Tallaght. The site is located on land zoned as Open Space (OS) and has been maintained as part of Sean Walsh Park for over 30 years. South Dublin County Council refused the application because the proposal does not qualify for the limited residential exceptions allowed on OS lands, violates riparian corridor protection policies by building within 10 metres of th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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