Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission on the grounds that the proposal is consistent with the 'RS' residential zoning objective of the Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029 and represents an appropriate infill development that would not negatively impact residential amenities, public health, or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed conversion of a commercial vehicular store to a residential dwelling is compatible with the site's residential zoning and character.
- Potential impacts regarding traffic, visual amenity, and wastewater disposal have been adequately addressed through revised plans and proposed conditions.
- The development will not have a significant effect on any European Sites (AA screening) and does not require an Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Fingal County Development Plan 2023-2029Objective RS 'Residential'Objective DAO11 – Requirement for Noise InsulationTable 8.1: Aircraft Noise Zones
Decision Document Summary
The application involves the conversion of an existing commercial vehicular store into a single-storey, four-bedroom residential dwelling (c. 242 sq.m) with a 36 sq.m extension and access upgrades at 'The Coaches', Malahide Road, Swords, Co. Dublin. The site is located behind an existing house and is zoned 'RS' (Residential). Following a grant of permission by Fingal County Council, a third-party appeal was lodged citing concerns about unauthorized development, boundary wall heights, traffic con...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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