SD22A/0135
Two storey construction (366.2sq.m) comprising of a two storey own door Coffee Shop (133.80sq.m) with connection to existing Centra' 2 own door ground floor shops to the rear of 48.0sq.m each with 2 first floor offices above of 48.0sq.m each; new pedestrian footpath and all associated site works.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the lack of legal consent for works outside the red line boundary, significant deficiencies in parking and traffic safety provisions, and failure to provide adequate SuDS and signage details.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide necessary letters of consent for essential works, including parking and access alterations, located outside the site's red line boundary.
- The development is significantly deficient in car and bicycle parking provisions and lacks a Traffic & Transport Assessment, which could result in a traffic hazard.
- The proposal failed to incorporate Sustainable Drainage Systems (SuDS) and did not provide sufficient design detail for signage to ensure compliance with development standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
This proposal sought permission for a 366.2sq.m two-storey coffee shop at Whitechurch Shopping Centre, Edmondstown, Dublin 16. The Planning Authority refused the application because the applicant proposed critical infrastructure—such as parking, bin storage, and access upgrades—on lands outside their ownership without demonstrating legal interest or obtaining owner consent. Additionally, the submission was found to be technically deficient regarding traffic impact, pedestrian safety, drainage st...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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