Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is a highly vulnerable use located within Flood Zones A and B, which is contrary to the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment and flood risk management policies of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The subject site is situated within the Carysfort Maretimo River catchment and is designated as both Flood Zone A and Flood Zone B.
- The proposed four-bedroom dwelling is classified as a 'Highly Vulnerable' form of development, which is prohibited on lands zoned as Flood Zones A and B under the Strategic Flood Risk Assessment.
- The proposal fails to comply with the flood risk management provisions of the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028, rendering it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.10.1 Flood Risk ManagementAppendix 15: Strategic Flood Risk AssessmentSection 5.2.2 of Appendix 15Section 6.2.13 of Appendix 15
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a new 380sqm four-bedroom two-storey dwelling and the refurbishment of an existing structure at Grove Paddock House, Blackrock. The application was refused by the local authority because the site is located within a high-risk flood area (Zones A and B) associated with the Carysfort Maretimo River. Under the Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028, residential development is considered 'Highly Vulnerable' and is deemed inappropriate for t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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