SD23A/0222
(i) The construction of two number four bedroomed detached houses with dormer structures and all associated works. The houses consist of living room, utility, kitchen, WC and store at ground floor, three bedrooms, WC and store at first floor bedroom/attic area with ensuite at dormer attic level. (ii) raising existing side boundary wall to 2m high up to main building line on the north east, construction of new boundary wall between two dwellings and new 3.5m wide front entrances to both dwellings. (iii) private amenity space, boundary treatment, landscaping, SuDS drainage and all ancillary works necessary to facilitate the development. (iv) removal of existing trees at south-east of the site and replanting of same species trees to the north-east (v) extending the public road and footpath to be taken in charge on Elmcastle Court and relocating existing public lighting pole at south-east of site.
Core Refusal Reason
Material contravention of the 'OS' (Open Space) zoning objective as the proposal does not meet the specific criteria for residential development on such lands.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for similar projects that cumulatively harm the area's open space and recreational amenities.
- The site is zoned 'Objective OS' (Open Space), where residential use is restricted to specific community-led or social housing categories which this proposal does not satisfy.
- The proposal represents a material contravention of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028 and is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.