23/6153

Permission to develop a wellness sanctuary, to be named 'Catalpa', consisting of one main studio building, associated packaged waste water treatment system, the provision of a hardcore surface parking area, dedicated bicycle racks, improve the existing hardcore surface pedestrian walkway through the woodland, provision of bee hives, bird boxes and bird feeders and the upkeep/pruning/replacement (where necessary) of the existing mixed mature native woodland trees to enhance the passive health and wellbeing experience on the site and incorporating all associated siteworks.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Incompatible commercial development in the Metropolitan Greenbelt, traffic safety hazards, and significant ecological impact.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal constitutes an incompatible commercial use in the Metropolitan Greenbelt that lacks sustainable transport connectivity and undermines the viability of established serviced urban areas.
  • The proposed vehicular access onto a poorly aligned public road with restricted sightlines would create a serious traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
  • The development would result in significant negative effects on habitats of high ecological value and mature trees, contravening biodiversity protection objectives.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RP 5-11RP 5-12RP 5-13EC 8-14GI 14-9TM 12-8(d)BE 15-2BE 15-8

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed a wellness sanctuary called 'Catalpa' at Knocknalurgan & Commeen, Carrigaline, Co. Cork. The local authority refused permission primarily because the commercial development is unsuitable for its un-serviced Metropolitan Greenbelt location and lacks pedestrian or public transport links. Additionally, the proposed access point was deemed a traffic hazard due to poor visibility, and the project was found to pose a significant threat to high-value ecological habitats and mat...
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