Core Planning Reasoning
The proposal is consistent with the 'Existing Residential/Mixed Residential and Other Uses' zoning objective (Objective ZU 18-9) of the Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would not seriously injure the residential amenities of the area or create a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed HSE community residence is an appropriate use within the 'Existing Residential' zoning and is residential in nature, thus not threatening the vitality of the area.
- Potential impacts on residential amenity, such as noise from extraction vents and light spill, are minimal and can be further mitigated through planning conditions.
- The development is acceptable from a traffic safety perspective, as the anticipated traffic volume is lower than the site's previous use as a 16-bedroom guest house.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ZU 18-9Section 18.3.9Table 2.9 (Core Strategy)Volume 4, Chapter 1 (Carrigaline)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the change of use of a 479 sq.m single-storey guest house to a 10-bedroom HSE community residence at Glenwood House, Carrigaline, Co. Cork. The site, measuring 0.187ha, is located in an established residential area and is accessed via Ballinrea Road. Third-party appellants raised concerns regarding the suitability of the site, safety, and traffic impacts. However, the Inspector noted that the facility will provide 24-hour supervised care for stable individual...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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