Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to insufficient operational and mobility information, lack of sustainable drainage (SuDS) details, and the creation of a traffic hazard resulting from inadequate drop-off facilities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide necessary operational details, including staff numbers, hours of operation, and play space specifications required for a full assessment under the County Development Plan.
- There was a lack of technical information regarding surface water management and a mobility plan to address parent travel modes and set-down requirements.
- The proposed intensification would increase vehicular movements and create a traffic hazard due to the absence of adequate on-site drop-off and pick-up facilities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.8.4South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the material change of use for the intensification of the Laurelwood Montes childcare facility located at 19/20 Main Street, Rathfarnham. The local authority refused the application primarily because the applicant did not provide sufficient detail on the nature of the facility's operations, mobility management, or Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS). Additionally, the intensification was considered a risk to public safety as the site lacks adequate set-down areas, whi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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