Core Refusal Reason
Although the Planning Authority refused permission due to the loss of open space and surface water concerns, the Inspector recommended a grant of permission as the three additional houses represent an appropriate density on residentially zoned land, maintaining sufficient open space quantum and meeting technical requirements.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable on the 'RS' zoned site and aligns with national policies for compact growth and the efficient use of serviced land.
- The quantum of formal public open space for the overall Abbey Green scheme (12%) remains unchanged as the appeal site was ancillary landscaped land rather than primary recreational space.
- The proposed development is an appropriate form of infill in terms of scale and layout and would not seriously injure the amenities of the area or the previously permitted dwellings.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
The applicant seeks revisions to a permitted residential scheme at Abbey Green, Kinsaley, to include three additional 3-bed detached houses on a 0.0363 ha site currently used for storage during construction. Fingal County Council refused permission on the grounds that the development would fragment open space and contravene specific conditions and drainage objectives of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029. The Inspector's assessment found that the formal open space requirement for the parent d...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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