Core Refusal Reason
The retention of a stand-alone structure as a family flat contravenes development plan policies regarding residential unit integration and sustainable development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development consists of a stand-alone structure used as a family flat, which is inconsistent with the requirements of Section 14.10.3 of the Fingal Development Plan.
- The proposal materially contravenes Objective SPQHO46 of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 regarding the provision of residential units.
- The provision of a detached residential unit at this specific location is deemed inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.3Objective SPQHO46
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a single-storey flat located at 12 Beechfield Heights, Castaheany, Dublin 15. Fingal County Council refused the application primarily because the structure is a stand-alone unit rather than an integrated extension, which violates specific development plan standards for family flats. The decision noted that the development materially contravenes Objective SPQHO46 and fails to align with the principles of proper planning and sustainable development f...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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