Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling would encroach upon land reserved for essential childcare facilities required to serve the surrounding residential development.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would occupy land specifically dedicated for future childcare facilities intended to serve 141 residential units in the Rahenny Park and Clonrath area.
- The proposal contravenes Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 Policy CIOSP10 and Objective CIOSO28, which require the timely provision of childcare as an integral part of residential developments.
- Granting permission would result in an unsustainable and poorly integrated residential environment, conflicting with the Childcare Facilities: Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2001.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy CIOSP10Objective CIOSO28
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a two-storey dwelling at No. 23 Rahenny Park, Lusk, Co. Dublin. The site is situated within a larger residential context of 141 units where there is a documented need for childcare services. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the site is designated for childcare infrastructure; its loss to residential use would undermine the sustainable development of the area and fail to meet the requirements of the Fingal Development...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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