Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to insufficient information regarding environmental impacts (AA and EIAR), inappropriate phasing of critical road infrastructure, and a substandard layout that fails to provide high-quality open space and connectivity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority determined that the Appropriate Assessment Screening and Environmental Impact Assessment Report lacked the necessary robustness to rule out significant adverse effects on European sites and the environment, specifically regarding water quality, demolition risks, and cumulative impacts.
- The proposed phasing of the spine road/C-ring and the timing of the R122 junction upgrades were deemed unacceptable, as they failed to ensure the timely delivery of critical infrastructure required for wider connectivity and the development of adjacent zoned lands.
- The design and layout were considered substandard due to the excessive use of shared surfaces, inadequate public open space provision, and a failure to demonstrate compliance with density requirements and archaeological protection standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CMO41Table 14.11Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029
Decision Document Summary
Dean Swift Property Holdings Unlimited Company sought a ten-year permission for a Large-scale Residential Development (LRD) on lands off Flemington Lane, Balbriggan, Co. Dublin. The proposal was refused by Fingal County Council because the applicant failed to provide sufficient scientific data to satisfy Appropriate Assessment and Environmental Impact Assessment requirements, particularly concerning demolition impacts and water protection. Furthermore, the Planning Authority found the phasing of...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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