Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is premature pending the adoption of a Local Area Plan and the delivery of necessary infrastructure for Tier 2 lands.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is located on Tier 2 lands which are currently insufficiently serviced to support new residential development.
- The proposal for a new dwelling does not constitute a 'minor modification or extension' and is therefore contrary to the restrictive provisions for the area prior to the adoption of a Local Area Plan.
- The development would undermine the plan-led and coordinated approach to residential growth in Old Connaught and set an undesirable precedent for similar uncoordinated development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective A1Section 2.3.7.2Appendix 1Section 2.6.1.3
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the construction of a new two-storey house and an effluent treatment system at Ard na Laoi, Ballyman Road, Old Connaught. The site is situated within an area zoned Objective A1 and designated as Tier 2 lands under the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority refused permission because the development is considered premature until a Local Area Plan is prepared and supporting infrastructure is delivered. Furthermore, the proposal exc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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