Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to excessive car parking that contravenes development plan standards, significant traffic safety concerns regarding sightlines and pedestrian movement, and a failure to protect the character of the Rural Village zoning.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The provision of 35 car parking spaces exceeds the maximum standards permitted under the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029, constituting a material contravention of planning objectives.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with DMURS sightline requirements or provide safe pedestrian routes, leading to potential traffic hazards and congestion.
- The scale and prominent main street location of the development are incompatible with the 'RV' zoning objective and would negatively impact the established character of Ballyboughal.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CMOS32Objective DMSO119Table 14.19RV – Rural Village land-use zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed an extension to an existing retail site at Mace, Ballyboughal, to include an enlarged 35-space car park, a carwash, dog wash, and laundromat facilities. Fingal County Council refused the development because the parking provision significantly exceeded the standards set out in the County Development Plan. Additionally, the proposal was deemed a threat to public safety due to inadequate sightlines and pedestrian safety measures, while its scale was considered detrimental t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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