SD26A/0133W

Retention of a material change of use of part of the site, originally used as a steel works, to a motor sales outlet. The development includes retention of a single-storey sales office cabin with toilet facilities, uncovered parking facilities for cars, a new perimeter security fence, and all necessary drainage and service connections.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed 'Motor Sales Outlet' use is not permitted under the 'RU' (Rural) land use zoning objective which applies to the site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The 'Motor Sales Outlet' use is not a permitted use class within areas subject to the 'RU' land use zoning objective.
  • The development fails to protect and improve rural amenity or provide for the development of agriculture as required by the site's zoning.
  • The proposal is contrary to the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Appendix 6RU zoning objective

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought the retention of a material change of use for a motor sales outlet and ancillary office cabin at IQ motor, Blessington Road, Tallaght. The subject site is situated in an area zoned 'RU' (Rural) under the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028. The application was refused because the motor sales use is explicitly not permitted under this zoning objective, which aims to preserve rural amenity and agricultural use, thus rendering the development incompatible with the sta...
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