Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate commercial development on High Amenity zoned land within a Special Amenity Area Order, lacking necessary technical assessments for traffic safety and flood risk.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development materially contravenes the 'HA' High Amenity zoning objective and the Liffey Valley Special Amenity Area Order by introducing an inappropriate commercial use that visually interferes with a highly sensitive landscape.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate information regarding access and car parking, posing a potential risk to public safety.
- The absence of a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment prevents a comprehensive assessment of the development's impact in an area known to be at risk of flooding.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HA High Amenity zoningPolicy GINHP28Policy GINHP26Policy GINHP27Objective GINHO59Objective DMSO212
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a private, appointment-only sauna and hydrotherapy facility at Plot 13, Lower Lucan Road, Strawberry Beds. The site is situated within a highly sensitive landscape designated as High Amenity and protected under the Liffey Valley Special Amenity Area Order. The local authority refused permission because the commercial nature of the project is incompatible with the zoning objectives, it would negatively impact the visual character of the area, and the applicant f...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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