Core Refusal Reason
The Inspector recommended granting permission, overturning the local authority's refusal, on the basis that the proposal represents appropriate infill development on zoned land, provided that House 1 is omitted by condition to protect the character of the Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable as the site is zoned 'RS' and represents an underutilised, serviced infill site within the built-up area of Lusk.
- While the density of 13 dph is below national guideline ranges (40-80 dph), it is considered appropriate given the site's constrained linear configuration and surrounding context.
- The design of House 1 is unsatisfactory regarding its impact on the Lusk ACA and streetscape; however, this can be resolved by a condition omitting the unit, with the remainder of the scheme (Houses 2-6) deemed acceptable.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RS Zoning - ResidentialPolicy CSP34 - Consolidate GrowthPolicy CSP38 - Settlement IdentityObjective DMSO19 - Design StandardsObjective DMSO23 - Separation DistancesObjective DMSO27 - Private Open SpaceObjective DMSO52 - Public Open SpaceObjective DMSO53/57 - Financial ContributionsPolicy HCAP14 - Architectural Conservation AreaObjective DMSO187 - ACA Design ApproachObjective CSO59 - Historic Core of LuskObjective DMSO118 - Road Safety
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to demolish a 1970s bungalow and garage to construct 6 detached dwellings on a 0.4559ha site at Quickpenny Road, Lusk. Fingal County Council refused the application, alleging overdevelopment, negative impact on the Lusk Architectural Conservation Area (ACA), and traffic hazards. The Inspector's assessment found that the PA's reasons for refusal regarding 'material contravention' were based on older guidelines that have been superseded by the 2024 Sustainable Resid...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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