221666
the demolition of existing derelict 2 storey building (288m2) and site clearance (1,705m2) with the erection of a 2-6 storey mixed use building comprising of 2 no. retail units at ground floor level of 280m2 with widening of existing footpath to allow for cycle path along the Lucan Road with 42 no. apartments (17 No. 1 bed and 25 No. 2 bed) at first, second, third, fourth and fifth floor levels with private terraces facing onto the Lucan Road, Main Street, Clonee as well as a raised landscaped deck at 1st floor. The development also includes the provision of communal South facing roof terraces at second, third, fourth and fifth floor levels, with 39 no. surface car parking spaces and access via the Lucan Road, 57 bicycle spaces, 2 no. communal bin stores and associated site works and landscaping. Significant further information/revised plans submitted on this application
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was deemed to have excessive residential density, potential adverse impacts on the privacy and amenity of neighboring properties to the south, and insufficient technical justification regarding flood risk and water services.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 246 units per hectare is considered excessive and significantly exceeds the average net density of 35 units per hectare prescribed for such locations in the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.
- The design and layout fail to adequately address the potential for overlooking and an overbearing impact on the existing residential dwellings located immediately to the south of the application site.
- The application lacks a sufficiently detailed Site-Specific Flood Risk Assessment and fails to meet the technical requirements of the Water Services Section and Irish Water regarding wastewater and surface water management.