Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development fails to achieve adequate residential density and unit mix, resulting in an inefficient use of underutilised urban land.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 36 units per hectare is significantly below the 40-80 units per hectare range required by the Compact Settlement Guidelines for sustainable urban consolidation.
- The limited variety in unit types fails to provide the broader mix necessary to support sustainable communities and comply with local policy objectives.
- The proposal constitutes piecemeal development that would set an undesirable precedent and potentially hinder the future development potential of adjoining lands.
Cited Policies (CDP)
PHP18PHP27
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for 8 three-storey dwellings at Meer, Church Road, Killiney, Co. Dublin. The local authority refused the application primarily because the density of 36 units per hectare was considered too low for this urban context, falling short of national guidelines and County Development Plan policies PHP18 and PHP27. The decision maker concluded that the development represented an inefficient use of land, lacked sufficient unit mix, and would result in piecemeal urban develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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