Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to demonstrate a need for a family flat, constitutes overdevelopment, and materially contravenes the 'RS' zoning objective of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a demonstrated need for a family flat, violating specific criteria set out in Section 14.10.3 and Objective SPQHO46.
- The scale and format of the development represent overdevelopment of the site, leading to poor-quality residential standards and a negative impact on the character of the area.
- The development would materially contravene the 'RS' zoning objective and seriously injure the residential amenities of the surrounding neighborhood.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.10.3Objective SPQHO46RS zoning objective
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Dan Bleahu, sought retention and planning permission for development at 66 Latchford Park, Castaheany, Dublin 15. The local authority refused the application primarily because the proposal did not satisfy the requirements for a family flat as defined in the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029. The planning authority concluded that the development constitutes overdevelopment, lacks sufficient quality, and would adversely affect the residential character and amenities of the 'RS' zone...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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