Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 'Off Licence' use is not permitted under the 'EE' (Enterprise and Employment) land use zoning objective applicable to the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 'Off Licence' use, as defined in Appendix 6 of the Development Plan, is not a permitted use within areas subject to the 'EE' land use zoning objective.
- The proposal is contrary to the 'EE' zoning objective which specifically seeks to provide for enterprise and employment-related uses rather than retail off-licence functions.
- Granting permission would contravene the provisions of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would be inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 6Zoning Objective EE
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a subsidiary off-licence use within an existing Spar retail unit located at Ballymount Retail Centre. The subject site is situated on lands zoned 'EE' (Enterprise and Employment) under the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority refused the application because the proposed use is not listed as a permitted use under the 'EE' zoning objective, which is intended to protect and facilitate employment-related development rather than th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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