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amalgamation of the previously permitted units and for the change of use of the existing retail use permitted under 10/2013 to the use as a restaurant for use as a wood fired pizza bakery for the sale of hot food for consumption on and off site services above and below ground including connections for existing services for all associated site development works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is located within 400m of school premises, which contravenes Objective RT17 of the County Development Plan regarding the location of fast-food and takeaway outlets.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The subject site is located within 200m of the Eire OG GAA club and Greystones Rugby Club, both of which have recently been granted planning permission for use as temporary school accommodation.
  • Objective RT17 of the Wicklow County Development Plan seeks to exclude new fast-food or takeaway outlets from operating within 400m of the gates or site boundary of schools.
  • Permitting a takeaway outlet at this location would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area and the policy of promoting healthy living patterns for local communities.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RT16RT17RT9

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the amalgamation of two retail units and a change of use to a restaurant and wood-fired pizza bakery (including takeaway services) at Mill Road, Greystones, Co. Wicklow. The site is zoned as a Neighbourhood Centre (NC) and is adjacent to an Aldi store. While the design, layout, and parking provisions were considered acceptable, the application was refused because the site is situated within 200m of premises with active permissions for temporary school use. Thi...
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