Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission subject to conditions, concluding that the development would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the area, would not result in traffic or pedestrian hazards, and aligns with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, provided the digital advertising display is omitted.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed bus shelter maintains a minimum pavement width of 2m, which is sufficient to ensure safe and unobstructed passage for pedestrians, cyclists, and wheelchair users.
- While illuminated advertising is common in urban areas, a digital display is deemed an obtrusive and incongruous addition to this specific residential streetscape characterized by protected structures.
- The proposal is in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, provided the digital display is replaced with a static advertising board via condition.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028Zoning Objective 'A'Chapter 3: Climate ActionChapter 5: Transport and MobilityChapter 11: Heritage and ConservationChapter 12: Development ManagementSection 12.4.14: Signage, Bus Shelters and Taxi RanksSection 12.6.8.4: Bus Shelters and Taxi Shelters
Decision Document Summary
The National Transport Authority sought permission for a new stainless steel and glass bus shelter (5.2m x 1.85m x 2.8m) at Bus Stop 430 on Mount Merrion Avenue, Blackrock. The proposal featured a double-sided advertising unit comprising one 75-inch digital display and one 2sqm static illuminated display. The site is located in a well-established residential area with numerous protected structures nearby. A third-party appeal by the Peafield Lane Residents Association raised concerns regarding p...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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