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The development is recommended for grant as it complies with the zoning objectives for the area, provides for an acceptable residential density, would not seriously injure the visual or residential amenities of the property in the vicinity, and is acceptable in terms of traffic safety and flood risk management.

• The proposed residential density of approximately 25 units per hectare is acceptable given the site context and is in accordance with the provisions of Policy HO P5 and national guidelines.
• Concerns regarding social infrastructure are adequately addressed as there is sufficient capacity in local primary schools and planned expansion for post-primary education to serve the development.
• The site-specific Flood Risk Assessment and proposed mitigation measures, including raising finished floor levels 500mm above the 1 in 1,000 year flood level, ensure the development will not increase flood risk to the site or surrounding lands.