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A) Construction of single storey extension (48 sq.m) to existing service station building to accommodating a drive-thru facility (including hatch) linked to existing food offers in the building. B) Reconfiguration of the internal layout of the existing retail building to accommodate the drive-thru facility. C) Associated site works including provision of new drive-thru lane, signage, and relocation of staff parking spaces. Construction of a new car wash recycling plant house, new brush wash slab, all associated drainage works and services
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused primarily because it would promote car dependency, undermine the vitality of the town centre, and conflict with the site's zoning and sustainable transport objectives by intensifying car-based retail outside the core retail area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would promote car dependency and generate significant car-based trips, directly contradicting sustainable transport policies and objectives to encourage walking and cycling.
- The intensification of retail use at this location, 2.4km from the town centre, would undermine the vitality and viability of the Naas Core Retail Area and fail the sequential approach to retail development.
- The proposal lacks sufficient information regarding wastewater disposal and traffic management, and its design—including the removal of bicycle parking and bin storage—is contrary to development management standards.