Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommends granting permission as the proposed restaurant is considered an 'Open for Consideration' use under the 'OS' zoning objective, which will enhance the viability and vitality of the existing community sports club without negatively impacting residential amenity or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The change of use from a disused function room to a restaurant is compatible with the site's 'OS' zoning and will support the continued operation of the sports facility by providing a revenue stream and enhanced amenities.
- Potential impacts on residential amenity are mitigated by the significant distance to neighboring houses and a condition restricting operating hours to between 08:00 and 22:30.
- The existing 110-space car park is sufficient to accommodate both the restaurant and sports uses simultaneously, provided it is refurbished and clearly delineated as per the recommended conditions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective OS (Open Space)COS1 Objective 4Section 8.4 (Social / Community Infrastructure)COS2 Objective 3COS2 Objective 4COS2 Objective 5COS4 (Sports Facilities and Centres)COS5 Objective 2Table 12.25 (Parking Rates)Section 12.7.5 (EV Charging Standards)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks a change of use for a 446 sq m section of the Dublin City Services Sport and Social Club clubhouse from a function room/kitchen to a restaurant. The site is located on Coldcut Road, Clondalkin, and is zoned for Open Space (OS) under the 2022-2028 County Development Plan. Third-party appellants, including club trustees, argued that the proposal would result in a loss of community space and exacerbate parking issues. The Inspector's assessment found that the clubhouse has bee...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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