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The development principally consists of: the demolition and removal of the existing 1 No. storey clubhouse (190.1 sq m) and hard-surfacing; the realignment and resurfacing of the northern Senior Pitch (Pitch No. 1), which is to be partially enclosed by a 990 millimetre high spectator railing on its western and northern sides; and the construction of a new 2 No. storey clubhouse (approx. 745.6 sq m). The clubhouse notably includes: changing rooms; gym; south-east facing, first-floor terrace; rooftop solar panels; a digital score board; and 2 No. logos (signage). In addition, the development proposes the provision of: a shed building (approx. 185.6 sq m) with an immediate, meanwhile use as a gym, to be changed to maintenance and storage use upon completion of the clubhouse; 61 No. car parking spaces (including mobility impaired and EV charging spaces); coach and mini bus parking; 103 No. cycle parking spaces; 8 No. new floodlights ranging in height from 18 metres to 20 metres; public lighting; generator; new goal posts and 12 metre high retractable ball-stop netting in 2 No. locations; hard and soft landscaping; and all associated site and development works above and below ground. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is recommended for grant as it is consistent with the Z9 and Z1 zoning objectives of the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028, provides for the necessary upgrade of an established community sports facility, and, subject to strict adherence to the Natura Impact Statement mitigation measures, will not negatively impact residential amenity, traffic safety, or the integrity of European Sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed replacement clubhouse and pitch improvements are compatible with the Z9 land-use zoning and provide essential modernization of long-established community sports infrastructure.
- Traffic safety and access concerns at the Crumlin Road entrance were found to be acceptable given the existing established use and the proposed improvements, including a new demarcated pedestrian footway.
- The Appropriate Assessment concluded that, with the implementation of the mitigation measures outlined in the Natura Impact Statement and CEMP, the development would not adversely affect the integrity of nearby European Sites despite the area's importance as an ex-situ feeding ground for Brent Geese.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a third-party appeal against a decision to grant permission for the redevelopment of Templeogue Synge Street GFC's grounds at Dolphin Park, Dublin 12. The project involves demolishing an existing single-storey clubhouse to construct a modern two-storey facility, realigning a senior pitch, and installing floodlights, ball-stop netting, and a temporary gym shed. The site context is sensitive due to its role as an 'ex-situ' feeding ground for Light-bellied Brent Geese, a speci...PDF Document Missing
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