Core Refusal Reason
The proposed residential development is partially located on lands zoned for Open Space where such use is not permitted, and the design fails to meet standards regarding height, separation distances, and visual amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development materially contravenes the 'OS - Open Space' zoning objective of the Fingal County Development Plan, which is intended to preserve land for recreational amenities and excludes residential use.
- The architectural design is considered unacceptable due to excessive height relative to Ongar House, poor material finishes, and inadequate separation distances that would result in overlooking and loss of residential amenity.
- The applicant failed to provide critical technical and legal information, including evidence of land ownership, Part V compliance, adequate drainage designs, and comprehensive landscaping or tree protection plans.
Cited Policies (CDP)
OS - Open SpaceLC - Local CentreObjective DMS28Objective DMS03Fingal Development Plan 2017 - 2023Fingal County Development Plan 2023 - 2029Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a residential development and ancillary works at Ongar House, Dublin 15. The application was refused by Fingal County Council primarily because the site encroaches upon 'Open Space' (OS) zoned land where residential development is prohibited, representing a material contravention of the County Development Plan. Furthermore, the Planning Authority found the design, height, and separation distances to be detrimental to the visual and residential amenities of the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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