Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission because the development supports an established educational use, meets a verified community need for mainstream and Special Education Needs (SEN) places, and introduces significant improvements to site access, parking, and pedestrian safety that address existing traffic concerns.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of the proposed extension to an existing school is acceptable and aligns with the Fingal County Development Plan 2023–2029 policies regarding educational infrastructure.
- The proposal does not constitute overdevelopment; it replaces temporary prefabricated structures and is justified by the requirement to accommodate projected student growth and SEN requirements.
- The revised entrance and parking layout comply with DMURS and will significantly improve road safety and pedestrian facilities at the school compared to current conditions.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective RU RuralSection 14.3.2 Screening for Appropriate AssessmentSection 4.5.1.4 Education – Primary and Post-PrimaryPolicy CIOSP6 – Facilities for Children, Teens and Young AdultsObjective CIOSO17 – Educational InfrastructureSection 14.14.3 Educational FacilitiesSection 14.17.2 Bicycle Parking - Table 14.17Section 14.17.3 Mobility Management PlanObjective DMSO119 – Car Parking at Places of Work and EducationObjective DMSO241 – Construction and Demolition Waste Management PlanObjective SPQHO62 – School Provision
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves a 2-storey extension (966.2 sq. m) to Naul National School, located on a 0.79 ha site on the outskirts of Naul village, Co. Dublin. The development includes a link corridor, 2 ground floor SEN classrooms, a sensory garden, and 3 first-floor classrooms, alongside modifications to the car park (18 spaces) and a new wastewater treatment system. A third-party appeal by Naul Community Council centered on concerns regarding traffic hazards, road safety, and overdevelopment of the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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