Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its detrimental impact on a Protected Structure, substandard residential amenity for both future and existing residents, significant traffic safety hazards, and inadequate drainage infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed demolition and alterations would be visually obtrusive and materially affect the character and setting of the Protected Structure on site.
- The development's scale and layout would result in a substandard residential environment, causing overlooking and overshadowing of neighbors while failing to meet internal amenity and open space standards.
- The application failed to demonstrate safe traffic access and adequate provision for surface water, foul drainage, and water supply, posing a risk to public safety and health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HCAO24HCAP12DMSO184RS zoningSPPR 4 of the Sustainable Urban Housing: Design Standards for New Apartments Guidelines (2025)
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a residential development at a site on Rathbeale Road, Swords, Co. Dublin, which contains a Protected Structure. Fingal County Council refused permission because the development would negatively impact the heritage asset's character and setting, and its scale would injure the amenities of adjoining properties. Furthermore, the proposal was found to provide a poor standard of living for future residents, create traffic hazards through inadequate sightlines and pedestrian ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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