Core Refusal Reason
Failure to provide adequate technical information regarding lighting impacts, residential amenity protection, and surface water management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a comprehensive lighting design and impact report, including necessary calculations, glare ratings, and compliance with tree protection policies.
- Insufficient information was provided to address concerns regarding light overspill into southern residential properties and potential surface water flooding caused by site works.
- The failure to adequately respond to the Additional Information request prevents a full assessment of the development's impact on the character of the area, the environment, and residential amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Forest of Fingal policy
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the retention of floodlights at Loughshinny United FC, located at Loughshinny Park, Thomastown, Dublin. The Planning Authority refused permission primarily because the applicant failed to provide sufficient technical data requested during the Additional Information stage. Specifically, the lack of a detailed lighting design to mitigate overspill into neighboring gardens, the absence of defined operational hours, and unresolved concerns regarding surface water management m...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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