SD26A/0079W

The construction of a single storey 1 bedroom house (approx. 52 sq./m) with associated private open space and private car parking for social / older persons use on undeveloped lands of 0.192 hectares located off Old Bawn Way, Tallaght, Dublin 24. The development will also provide for all associated service connections and site works above and below ground.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development materially contravenes the 'OS - Open Space' zoning objective as it is not a community-led housing project and would negatively impact the quality and quantum of public open space.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal fails to meet the specific criteria of Policy H3 Objective 4, which restricts residential development on 'OS' zoned land to community-led, social, or affordable housing for older persons.
  • The development would result in a detrimental reduction in the quality and quantum of public open space and recreational amenities available in the area.
  • Granting permission would establish a highly undesirable precedent for similar developments, leading to a cumulative negative impact on the local environment and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Zoning Objective 'OS'Policy H3 Objective 4

Decision Document Summary

The applicant proposed the construction of a 52 sq.m single-storey, one-bedroom house at Old Bawn Way, Tallaght. The site is located on lands specifically zoned for open space and recreational amenities under the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority refused the application because the development does not qualify as a community-led or social housing project for older persons, which is the only residential exception permitted on such lands. The proposal was deeme...
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