Core Refusal Reason
Over-intensification of a childcare facility in a residential zone leading to noise, traffic, and loss of residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale of the proposed expansion within a non-purpose-built facility is considered excessive for the site's Z1 residential zoning.
- The limited size of the outdoor play area and its proximity to neighboring gardens would result in unacceptable noise and disturbance for residents.
- Increased traffic movements and general over-intensification would negatively impact the local residential amenity and contravene proper planning standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Z1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought to increase the capacity of the Little Rascals Creche at 79-81 Celtic Park Avenue, Dublin 9, beyond its current limit of 47 children. Located in a Z1 residential area, the application was refused because the intensification of use in a non-purpose-built facility was deemed inappropriate. The planning authority concluded that the expansion would lead to excessive noise, traffic congestion, and a reduction in residential amenity for neighboring properties, failing to meet the Z...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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