SD22A/0367

Construction of a new single storey detached sheltered dwelling (108sq.m) in the existing garden; Accommodation includes 1 bedroom, bathroom, living, kitchen / dining rooms with storage and utility spaces all at one level; Adjustment to the existing landscape layout to allow for 1 additional parking space, accessed using the existing vehicle entrance; Removal of the existing on-site septic tank and the installation of 2 new proprietary wastewater treatment units and new surface water soakways.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing policy and 'RU' zoning objectives, alongside concerns regarding ribbon development and inadequate environmental documentation.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a genuine rural housing need, close family ties, or a justification for a detached dwelling over a family flat in a rural-zoned area.
The proposal would exacerbate ribbon development and materially contravene the 'RU' zoning objective intended to protect rural amenity and agriculture.
The application lacked essential technical details regarding Sustainable Urban Drainage Systems (SuDS), green infrastructure, and comprehensive arboricultural impact assessments.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy 17 Objective 2Policy H18 Objective 1Section 12.6.9Chapter 4Zoning Objective RU

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for a 108sq.m detached sheltered dwelling at Forgefield, Stocking Lane, Dublin 16, on lands zoned 'RU' (Rural). South Dublin County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not demonstrate a genuine rural housing need or social connection to the area as required by the County Development Plan 2022-2028. Additionally, the development was deemed to exacerbate ribbon development and lacked necessary environmental and technical documentation ...

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