Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommends a grant of permission as the proposed mixed-use development is consistent with the 'NC' (Neighbourhood Centre) zoning objective, promotes compact growth on a brownfield site, and integrates well with the established character of Glasthule without adversely impacting residential or visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is consistent with the National Planning Framework and the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028 by providing high-density, mixed-use development on a serviced urban brownfield site.
- The proposed building height of four storeys is appropriate for the corner location and includes sufficient setbacks and design modulations to ensure a sensitive transition to lower-height residential properties in the adjacent transitional zonal area.
- The residential units exceed minimum standards for floor area, storage, and private open space, and the zero car parking provision is justified by the site's proximity to public transport (DART) and its location within a high-accessibility urban village.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective NC (Neighbourhood Centre)Section 13.1.2 Transitional Zonal AreasPolicy Objective PHP18: Residential DensityPolicy Objective PHP20: Protection of Existing Residential AmenityPolicy Objective PHP27: Housing MixPolicy Objective PHP30: Housing for AllPolicy Objective PHP42: Building Design & HeightSection 12.3.1 Quality DesignSection 12.3.5 Apartment DevelopmentSection 12.3.7 Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up AreasSection 12.4 TransportTable 12.5 Car Parking Zones and StandardsAppendix 5: Building Height StrategyPolicy Objective BHS 1: Increased HeightPolicy Objective BHS 3: Building Height in Residual Suburban AreasPolicy Objective CS11Policy Objective CS12Policy Objective CS14
Decision Document Summary
The proposal consists of the demolition of existing single and two-storey car showroom buildings and the construction of a 1,186.7 sq. m mixed-use development at 12-17 Glasthule Road. The scheme includes 8 'later living' residential units (specifically for persons aged 55+), a restaurant, a retail unit, and a medical centre. The site is a prominent corner plot at the junction of Glasthule Road and Adelaide Road, zoned 'Objective NC'. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding excessive hei...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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