22/6519

The development will consist of the construction of 24 terraced 2 storey dwelling houses in 6 blocks, consisting of 12 no. 3 bed dwelling houses and 12 no. 2 bed dwelling houses, all associated works, including a new vehicular access onto the existing estate road, new road and footpaths, new boundary treatments and landscaping, connections to services, road traffic calming works on existing estate road as well as all associated site works.

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the site is located on zoned, serviced land within the settlement boundary of Crosshaven and represents an appropriate infill development that integrates well with the existing residential pattern without significantly impacting local heritage or ecology.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of residential development is established on this site as it is situated on zoned, serviced, and underutilised land within the Crosshaven settlement boundary.
  • The proposed density and layout are tailored to the site's specific constraints, particularly the woodland areas, and will result in a positive visual impact on the streetscape compared to its current state.
  • Technical concerns regarding archaeology, architectural heritage, and ecology (specifically impacts on Leisler's bats and badgers) have been adequately addressed through mitigation measures and robust environmental reporting.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 1.6.2 (Key Village)Section 1.8 (Crosshaven and Bays)CS-GR-11 (Green Infrastructure)Section 1.8.32Objective CS-GO-01 (Growth targets)Objective ZU 18-9 (Pattern and grain)GI 14-9 (High Value Landscape)GI 14-10 (High Value Landscape)Section 1.8.54Section 16.3 (Architectural Heritage)Objective HE16-14 (Record of Protected Structures)Objective HE 16-15 (Structures on NIAH)

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the construction of 24 two-storey terraced houses (12 two-bed and 12 three-bed units) at Drakes Point, Crosshaven, Co. Cork, on a 1.78-hectare site. The site is an infill plot within a larger landholding, previously permitted for a higher-density apartment scheme that the applicant deemed unviable. The Inspector highlights that while the proposed density of 14.1 units/hectare is relatively low, it is appropriate given the significant woodland constraints on the NW and easte...
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