Core Refusal Reason
Restriction of pedestrian access, connectivity, and permeability at a key entrance point.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed gate and railings would restrict access and permeability to the main western pedestrian entrance of Marlfield Mall.
- The development materially contravenes South Dublin County Development Plan objectives intended to ensure connectivity by removing physical barriers.
- The proposal fails to comply with national guidelines (Sustainable Residential Development in Urban Areas 2009) which mandate the maximization of urban connectivity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SM2 Objective 3Policy SM2 Objective 4
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the installation of a gate and the heightening of existing railings at the western pedestrian entrance of Marlfield Mall, Kiltipper. The local authority refused permission on the grounds that the development would create a physical barrier to movement, thereby reducing permeability for pedestrians and cyclists. This was deemed to be in direct conflict with both local development plan policies and national planning guidelines focused on maintaining open and accessible urb...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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