Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (supporting the Planning Authority's decision) because the proposed takeaway is a permissible use under the Z4 zoning objective, helps reduce commercial vacancy, and the restricted operating hours (6pm-11pm) prevent conflict with school proximity policies and safeguard residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed use is permissible under the Z4 zoning objective and will contribute to the vitality of the Edenmore Shopping Centre by reoccupying a vacant unit and promoting evening activity.
- The 6:00 pm to 11:00 pm operating hours ensure there is no conflict with the primary school hours of nearby educational facilities, thereby adhering to healthy food environment policies.
- The development does not constitute an overconcentration of takeaways in the area and, subject to conditions regarding noise, odour, and waste, will not adversely affect the residential or visual amenities of the vicinity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective Z4Section 14.7.4Section 15.14.7.3Section 15.14.7.4Section 15.17.5Policy CCUV12Policy CCUV20
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks a change of use from a retail outlet to a pizza and kebab takeaway (primarily for home delivery) at 15 Edenmore Shopping Centre, Raheny. The site is situated in a 2-storey block within a neighbourhood shopping centre zoned Z4. Third-party appellants argued that the proposal would lead to an overconcentration of fast-food outlets, exacerbate childhood obesity due to its proximity to schools (within 250m), and impact residential amenity through noise, litter, and traffic. The...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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