Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate that the development is safe from coastal erosion risks and would not negatively impact the visual amenities of the seaward coastal location.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide scientific evidence demonstrating that the site is not at risk of erosion or that the dwelling could be safeguarded without new coastal defenses.
- The proposed development lacks the high standard of design and landscaping required for a sensitive site on the seaward side of a coastal road.
- The proposal is contrary to the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 policies regarding coastal development and the protection of visual amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.7.1Objective GINHO73Objective GINHO74Objective GINHO75Objective GINHO76
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a dormer dwelling at Lisnamara, South Shore Road, Rush, Co. Dublin, located on the seaward side of a coastal road. The application was refused primarily because the applicant failed to objectively establish that the risk of coastal erosion at this specific location is minimal or that the development could be sustained without future coastal defense works. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the design and siting of the dwelling did not meet the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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