Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development was recommended for grant as it represents a sustainable use of underutilised residential land in an established urban area, contributes to compact growth targets, and provides for high-quality residential units without significantly injuring the visual or residential amenities of the area or endangering traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 67dph is considered appropriate and sustainable for this 'intermediate urban location' given its proximity to high-frequency public transport and the town centre of Malahide.
- The contemporary architectural response, which includes modulated elevations and a mix of roof profiles, successfully balances the objective of urban densification with the preservation of existing residential character and amenity.
- Potential adverse impacts regarding traffic safety, tree loss, and environmental protection can be effectively managed through the implementation of specific conditions, including a CEMP and an Arboricultural Method Statement.
Cited Policies (CDP)
2.2.11 - The Core Strategy2.7.2 - Role of Each Settlement3.5.1 - Healthy Placemaking3.5.11 - Quality of Residential Development3.5.13 - Compact Growth, Consolidation and Regeneration6.5.10.3 - Roads and Streets Design9.6.9 - Protection of Trees and Hedgerows14.5 - Consolidation of the Built Form14.6 - Design Criteria for Resi. Development14.7 - Apartment Development/Standards14.10 - Additional Accommodation in Existing Built-up Areas14.13 - Open Space14.17 - Connectivity and Movement14.18 - Green Infrastructure and Natural HeritagePolicy SPQHO1Policy SPQHP35Policy SPQHO34Policy SPQHO38Policy SPQHO39Policy SPQHO42Policy SPQHO43Policy GINHP21Objective GINHO46Objective DMSO22Objective DMSO24Objective DMSO50Objective DMSO53Objective DMSO67Objective DMSO105Objective DMSO125Objective DMSO126Objective DMSO134Objective DMSO138
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report evaluates an appeal against Fingal County Council's decision to grant permission for a 14-unit apartment building (3-storey over basement) at Wycliffe, Millview Road, Malahide. The development involves the demolition of an existing bungalow on a 0.21ha site. The site is situated in a predominantly low-density suburban area but is classed as an 'intermediate urban location' under the Apartment Guidelines. Third-party appellants, including Talbot Court Management DAC, raise...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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