Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is contrary to the 'EE' land use zoning objective which prohibits residential development, and presents a traffic hazard due to the substandard nature of Peamount Lane.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed residential development is classified as 'Not Permitted' under the 'EE' land use zoning objective of the 2022-2028 South Dublin County Development Plan.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar residential developments that conflict with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard on Peamount Lane, which is substandard in width, construction, and lacks essential infrastructure like footpaths and public lighting.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 12.202022-2028 South Dublin County Development Plan
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a part single/part two-storey dwelling and new vehicular access at Milltown Lodge, Peamount Lane, Newcastle, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on two primary grounds: first, the site is zoned 'EE', where residential use is explicitly 'Not Permitted' under the 2022-2028 County Development Plan; and second, the development was deemed a traffic hazard. The Roads department noted that Peamount Lane is a substandard road lacking adequate wi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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