FW23A/0036

Planning Permission for a residential development of lands at Ratoath

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the proposed residential development on appropriately zoned land would not significantly injure the character or setting of Hollywoodrath House (a Protected Structure) and its historic landscape, and that the amended design provides an acceptable standard of residential amenity and integrates sustainable drainage systems.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development represents an appropriate form of development on lands specifically zoned for residential use under the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
  • The layout and design, particularly as amended during the appeal process, will not have a significant negative impact on the setting of the Protected Structure due to screening and the historical evolution of the demesne landscape.
  • The quantum and distribution of public open space, the integration of SuDS, and the management of constraints related to the Dublin Airport noise and safety zones are considered acceptable and in accordance with proper planning principles.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy HCAP19Objective HCAO32Objective DMSO189Policy SPQHP35Objective GINHO3Objective GINHO15Objective DMS063Objective SPQHO34Objective DMSO52Objective DMSO53Objective DAO11Objective DAO18Objective DAO24Objective SPQHO1Objective SPQHO10Policy HCAP8Policy HCAP18Policy GINHP3Policy GINHP21Objective GINHO46

Decision Document Summary

The application involves a residential scheme on a 4.24 ha greenfield site within the curtilage of Hollywoodrath House, a Protected Structure, in Hollystown, Dublin 15. Originally proposed as 96 houses, the project was amended to 86 units (9 x 2-bed, 50 x 3-bed, and 27 x 4-bed) and a crèche at the appeal stage. Fingal County Council initially refused permission based on harm to the historic landscape and deficiencies in the urban design, open space distribution, and SuDS integration. The Inspect...
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