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for (A) Permission sought for the Demolition of existing gymnasium (All Aspects Gym) (B) Erection of new replacement gymnasium on the ground floor level (C) 2 No. Apartments on the first-floor level, with balconies, 1 x 1 bed and 1 x 2 bed (D) All associated site works, and service connections

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed residential component is 'Not Permitted' under the 'H: Light Industry & Warehousing' zoning objective of the Clane Local Area Plan 2017-2023.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The inclusion of residential units is explicitly listed as 'Not Permitted' within the 'H - Light Industry & Warehousing' land use zoning matrix of the Clane Local Area Plan.
  • The proposed development would contravene the specific zoning objective for the site, which is intended to provide for industry, manufacturing, distribution, and warehousing.
  • Granting permission for a use that is prohibited under the statutory local area plan would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 4Chapter 1717.2.417.2.517.417.8

Decision Document Summary

MA Tudor Investments Ltd sought permission for a mixed-use development at the 'All Aspects Gym' site on Prosperous Road, Clane, involving the demolition of an existing barrel-roofed workshop building and the construction of a new two-storey building containing a ground-floor gym and two first-floor apartments. While the gym use was considered open for consideration, the site is zoned 'H: Light Industry & Warehousing' under the Clane Local Area Plan 2017-2023, which strictly prohibits residential...
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