2241577
Permission for the increase the numbers from 18 to 25 at an existing pre-school and to removal of condition number 2 of planning permission T.P 04/28002 which specified 'The applicant shall reside on the premises at all times. In the event of the applicant ceasing to reside on the premises, the use of the premises shall cease and shall revert to use as part of the original dwelling' and all associated site works.
Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is in accordance with the ZO 1 zoning objective and childcare support policies (Objective 3.21) of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028, and it is considered that the increase in capacity and removal of the residency condition would not seriously injure the amenities of the area or create a significant traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed increase in childcare spaces from 18 to 25 is acceptable, aligns with the zoning objective for the area, and supports the sustainable viability of the service.
- The removal of the residency requirement for the upper floor is consistent with current development plan standards and facilitates the provision of additional housing in the rental market.
- The existing staggered drop-off and collection system is sufficient to manage the minor increase in traffic, and the proposal is not expected to result in a traffic hazard for the surrounding residential area.