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demolition of the existing single / two storey detached derelict building and for the construction of a detached six storey mixed use building with lift and stairwell element at roof terrace level, with a gross floor area of 2937 m2, consisting of civic, office and community use and 26 apartments comprising: 14 no. 1 bed/ 2 person, 4 no. 2 bed/3 person, 8 no.2 bed/4 person apartments and all on and off site development works and boundary treatments on site

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is premature pending the finalization of the LUAS extension route to Bray and fails to provide an active street frontage or adequate residential amenity and safety standards.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal is premature pending the determination of the final route and land requirements for the LUAS extension/Mass transit system to Bray train station, which is a key objective for the SLO 5 zone.
  • The ground floor layout, specifically the use of a meeting room for the Legion of Mary, fails to provide the active street frontage required to enliven the area and increase footfall in the transport hub.
  • The development would result in a substandard level of amenity for future residents due to unresolved noise/vibration impacts, non-compliant apartment mix, privacy issues, and significant safety concerns regarding fire tender access and bin collection.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.5CPO 6.16CPO 12.21SLO 5PT1PT3

Decision Document Summary

Lenida Developments Ltd proposed the demolition of a derelict building at Fatima House, Quinsborough, Bray, to construct a six-storey mixed-use building comprising civic/office space and 26 apartments. Located within the 'Bray Gateway and Transport Hub' (SLO 5) near Bray DART Station, the application was refused primarily because it is premature pending the finalization of the LUAS extension route. Additionally, the Planning Authority found the proposal failed to provide an active street frontag...
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