SD22A/0346
Mixed development consisting of 1 public house and 26 apartments. The overall development will comprise the following; demolition of the existing single storey public house (area 910sqm), construction of a 4 storey apartment block within the footprint of the site (1267sqm) comprising of 26 apartments ( 4 one bedroom units, 22 two bedroom units) and smaller public house at ground level (area 156sqm and total area 2717sqm), all apartments have balconies/terraces. Car park for 12 cars (including 1 disabled space), bin stores and bicycle stands at ground level. Communal areas include 1st floor courtyard above carpark and 3rd floor roof terraces for apartments. Streetscape proposals within site boundaries to facilitate and enhance the public realm.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is considered acceptable in principle under the 'LC' (Local Centre) zoning objective of the South Dublin County Development Plan 2022-2028, providing appropriate residential density and mix for an urban location well-served by public transport without causing significant injury to residential amenity or traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is consistent with the 'LC' zoning of the South Dublin County Development Plan, which supports the consolidation of local centers through mixed-use residential and commercial development.
- The proposed density of 200 units per hectare is justified by the site's proximity to public transport and community services, aligning with national guidelines for compact urban growth.
- Concerns regarding parking, traffic congestion, and residential overlooking are sufficiently mitigated by the site's accessibility, a 28m separation distance from existing housing, and the implementation of robust management plans.