Core Refusal Reason
The proposed office use materially contravenes the 'Residential 1 - Existing Residential' zoning objective of the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027, as office developments exceeding 100sqm are not permissible in this residential zone.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change of use to an office exceeding 100sqm is not permissible under the 'Residential 1 - Existing Residential' zoning objective, which is intended to protect and enhance established residential amenity.
- The development would materially contravene the land use zoning matrix (Table 13.3) of the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027, which restricts large-scale office uses in residential areas.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar non-residential developments in residential zones, which would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 13.2 Zoning Objectives and PurposesTable 13.3 Land Use Zoning MatrixLaois County Development Plan 2021-2027Portlaoise Local Area Plan 2018-2024
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought a change of use from a dwelling house, garage, and gymnasium to offices with ancillary welfare facilities and parking at Dublin Road, Kilminchy, Portlaoise. The subject site is located within an area zoned 'Residential 1 - Existing Residential' in the Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027. The application was refused primarily because the proposed office floor area (approx. 399sqm) significantly exceeds the 100sqm threshold allowed for office use in this zone, resulting in ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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