Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed change of use to an amusement arcade is recommended for grant as it is consistent with the Z4 zoning objective, complies with policy CCUV14 as it does not result in an excessive concentration of such uses in Finglas, and is sufficiently removed from sensitive community receptors to protect local amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is a permissible use under the Z4 zoning objective and will facilitate the re-use of a long-term vacant retail unit, thereby contributing to the vitality and streetscape vibrancy of Finglas village.
- The proposal does not contravene policy CCUV14 regarding the excessive concentration of similar uses, as it would be the only amusement arcade in the village and is separate from the existing betting shops which have decreased in number.
- The site is located within a mixed-use commercial arcade and is sufficiently distant from sensitive residential areas, schools, and places of worship to ensure no adverse impact on residential or community amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z4 Zoning ObjectiveSection 13.5 (SDRA 3)Section 14.6 (Transitional Zone Areas)Section 14.7.4 (Key Urban Villages)Section 15.14.9 (Betting Shops / Adult Store)Section 15.14.10 (Amusement Centres / Events)Section 15.17.5 (Shopfront and Façade Design)Policy CCUV12Policy CCUV13Policy CCUV14Policy CCUV20Policy CCUV23Objective CCUVO9
Decision Document Summary
This report assesses a proposal for the change of use of a ground-floor unit at 44 Main Street, Finglas, from a former pharmacy to an amusement arcade. The site is situated within a commercial arcade in Finglas village, zoned Z4 (Key Urban Village). The Planning Authority originally granted permission subject to a 3-year temporary condition, which was subsequently appealed by third parties including Finglas Tidy Towns and Finglas Addiction Support Team. Appellants raised concerns regarding the o...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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