21/6851
The demolition of 2 no. farm buildings and a derelict dwelling and the construction of 21 no. two storey dwellings adjacent to the under-construction ‘The Cedars’ Estate. The proposed development will consist of 16 no. 3 bed semi-detached units, 4 no. 4 bed semi-detached units and 1 no. 4 bed detached unit. Access to the proposed development will be via the under-construction internal road network permitted under An Bord Pleanála ref. 300128-17 and register ref. 17/5699. The proposed development will also include all associated drainage, site development and landscaping works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the development is located within the Glounthaune development boundary and aligns with Objective GN-GO-01 for reaching population targets. The proposal provides an acceptable residential density and efficient use of zoned lands without seriously injuring residential amenities or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 26uph is considered acceptable for this brownfield site, representing an efficient use of zoned land that integrates well as an extension to 'The Cedars' estate.
- Concerns regarding pedestrian connectivity and road safety are addressed through special development contributions for traffic calming and the ongoing delivery of the regional cycle/pedestrian network.
- Potential residential amenity impacts on adjoining properties, specifically visual overbearance and overlooking, are mitigated by conditions requiring the omission of certain units and revised boundary treatments.