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proposed amendments to the approved strategic housing development (granted permission by An Bord Pleanala Ref. ABP-306826-20) & currently under the course of construction. The proposed amendments to the approved development provides for 4 No. additional duplex/apartment units (Units 83A, 84A, 89A & 90A Bawnogue Green) together with ancillary site development works including revision to road turning head & the rearrangement of car parking spaces & bicycle storage at Bawnogue Green/Bawnogue View/Bawnogue Park, Commons West, Boycetown & Kilcock (adjoining the existing Brayton Park Estate)
Core Planning Reasoning
The development was recommended for grant as it is consistent with the 'M1 - Mixed Use' zoning for this 'Opportunity Site', fulfills national and local objectives for providing elderly housing in an urban area, and achieves appropriate compact growth and density without compromising residential amenity or environmental standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of development is established by the site's designation as an 'Opportunity Site' and its mixed-use zoning, which supports economic regeneration and the provision of specialized housing for Killarney's ageing population.
- The proposed height and density (3-5 storeys and 50dph) are deemed appropriate for this strategic gateway location, as the building massing provides a strong urban edge on the N22 while maintaining sufficient separation distances to protect the privacy of existing residential properties.
- Infrastructure and environmental concerns are adequately addressed, with confirmed wastewater capacity at the Killarney WWTP and the implementation of a SuDS management train ensuring no adverse impacts on the Killarney National Park SAC or SPA.