22/6061
The proposed development will consist of the construction of 2 no. natural grass Juvenile Gaelic playing grounds, installation of 2 no. high level ball retention nets, erection of 1.6m high fence, relocation of existing scoreboard and all associated site works. The development to be retained consists of a car parking area and associated public lighting resulting in condition no. 3 of the permission granted under An Bord Pleanála appeal case reference PL.04.102811 being superseded to allow for vehicular access and car parking.
Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered consistent with the Metropolitan Greenbelt objectives for open space and recreation, and subject to compliance with conditions, it will not seriously injure the residential or visual amenities of the area, nor will it have unacceptable impacts on ecology or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of providing juvenile GAA pitches and retaining a car parking area is acceptable as it aligns with the Metropolitan Greenbelt's objective to reserve land for agriculture, open space, and recreation.
- The proposed retention of the car park and lighting regularizes previous planning issues and is deemed compatible with residential amenities, provided specific conditions regarding lighting cowls and drainage are met.
- No statutory requirement for a Traffic and Transport Assessment (TTA) exists for this scale of development, and existing sightlines are sufficient for the local road network's safety.