2360546

Modifications to Permission Ref. PL Ref 16/527 (ABP-300322-17), consisting of the removal of the permitted single storey creche and replacement with 1 no. House Type C (2-storey 3 bedroom semi-detached) and 1 no. House Type D (2-storey 4 bedroom semi-detached), and all associated changes to roads, parking and siteworks.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed omission of a previously permitted childcare facility without robust, evidence-based justification contravenes local and national planning policies requiring the provision of essential community infrastructure within residential developments.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The removal of the permitted creche contravenes the conditions of the parent planning permission (Ref. 16/527 / ABP-300322-17) and would set an undesirable precedent for the erosion of community facilities in the area.
  • The applicant failed to provide a robust justification for the omission of the facility, which is a mandatory requirement under the Childcare Facilities Guidelines for Planning Authorities 2001 and the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027.
  • Given the confirmed high demand for childcare places in Portlaoise, the loss of this purpose-built facility would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the residential community.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM HS 1DM HS 3DM HS 4DM HS 5DM HS 6DM HS 8DM HS 9DM HS 10DM HS 11DM HS 12DM HS 19CCPO 1CCPO 2CCPO 3Section 5.3.2

Decision Document Summary

Cosmo Rockview Developments Ltd proposed to modify a previously approved residential scheme at Mountrath Road, Portlaoise, by omitting a permitted single-storey creche and replacing it with two semi-detached dwellings (one 3-bedroom and one 4-bedroom). The subject site is located within the existing Rockview residential development in the townland of Knockmay. Laois County Council refused the application on the grounds that the omission of the childcare facility lacks sufficient justification an...
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