Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to a poor-quality layout where the public open space was not integrated into the scheme and the public realm was excessively dominated by surface car parking, failing to create a high-quality residential environment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of c. 36 dwelling units per hectare is acceptable for this peripheral metropolitan location.
- The consolidated location of the open space at the western boundary fails to form an integral part of the scheme's design or functionality.
- The dominance of surface car parking detracts from the visual and residential amenity of the public realm, contrary to high-quality design principles.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SPQHP35Objective DMSO63Objective DMSO64Section 1.3.4Strategic Objective 7Objective DMSO26Objective DMSO27Objective IUO26Section 14.6.4Section 14.20.5Objective DMSO125Objective DMSO160
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of 52 houses (2-3 storeys) on a 1.58 ha greenfield site south of Malahide village. The site is zoned 'RS' (Residential) and is characterized by mature perimeter planting and proximity to the R107. While the Inspector accepts the principle of development and finds the density appropriate for a 'peripheral' location under the 2024 Compact Settlements Guidelines, the layout is deemed fundamentally flawed. The Inspector's primary arguments focus on the failure ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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