SD23A/0239

Additional 2no. fuel pumps and 2 no. islands. Retention permission is also sought for works completed. The completed works consist of the installation of 4 number underground fuel tanks (each fuel tank has a capacity of 75,000 litres and store HVO and BIO fuels), including a network of pipes and inspection manholes. These new tanks are located below ground in the Southeast corner of the site.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Inspector recommends a grant of permission, overturning the local authority's refusal, on the basis that the development is permitted in principle under the 'EE' zoning objective and technical assessments demonstrate it will not significantly impact the residential amenity of neighboring properties via noise, odour, or surface water pollution.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development of HVO and Biofuel pumps aligns with the Climate Action Plan 2024 and County Development Plan objectives to support carbon reduction and sustainable enterprise.
  • Acoustic and air quality reviews confirm that the dominant noise source remains the N7 motorway, and the addition of two fuel islands will not result in a perceptible noise increase at the nearest noise-sensitive locations.
  • The existing and proposed drainage systems, including Class 1 forecourt separators and discharge to the foul sewer, are sufficient to prevent environmental contamination of the Camac River and European sites in Dublin Bay.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 12.9.5(iv)Section 12.2.1(iv)Objective EDE1EDE1 Objective 6Objective EDE2EDE2 Objective 3

Decision Document Summary

The application seeks permission for two additional fuel pumps/islands and retention for four underground tanks (75,000l capacity) for HVO and Biofuels at an existing commercial site in Kingswood. While South Dublin County Council refused permission due to concerns over intensification and residential amenity impact for the adjacent Browns Barn Wood development, the Inspector found the proposal to be a compatible extension of an established industrial use. The Inspector noted the site's 'EE' (En...
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