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South Dublin County Development Plan 2022–2028 – Written Statement
The council's development plan written statement: its strategy, policies, objectives and development standards. Variations adopted since are not in this text.
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- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028438Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Not Permitted Abattoir, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Aerodrome / Airfield, Allotments, Betting Office, Boarding Kennels, Camp Site, Caravan Park-Residential, Concrete / Asphalt Plant in or adjacent to a quarry, Conference Centre, Crematorium, Data Centre, Enterprise Centre, Fuel Depot, Funeral Home, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Housing for Older People, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Industry- Special, Live-Work Units, Motor Sales Outlet, Nightclub, Nursing Home, Office-Based Industry, Offices less than 100 sq m, Offices 100 sq m-1,000 sq m, Offices over 1,000 sq m, Off-Licence, Outdoor Entertainment Park, Petrol Station, Primary Health Care Centre, Recycling Facility, Refuse Landfill / Tip, Refuse Transfer Station, Residential Institution, Retail Warehouse, Retirement Home, Science and Technology Based Enterprise, Scrap Yard, Service Garage, Shop-Major Sales Outlet, Shop-Neighbourhood, Social Club, Stadium, Transport Depot, Traveller Accommodation, Warehousing, Wholesale Outlet, Wind Farm, Work-Live Units. a In existing premises b In Villages to serve local needs c In accordance with Council policy for residential development in rural areas d Not permitted above 350m contour h For small-scale amenity or recreational purposes only j Directly linked to the heritage and amenity value of the Dublin Mountains *Note: The Division between the ‘HA-DM’ and ‘HA-DV’ zones occurs at Fort Bridge, Bohernabreena. Table 12.13: Zoning Objective ‘HA-LV’: ‘To protect and enhance the outstanding character and amenity of the Liffey Valley’ Use Classes Related to Zoning Objective Permitted in Principle Open Space. Open for Consideration Agriculture, Allotments, Bed & Breakfasta, Car Parkh,g, Cemeteryg, Childcare Facilitiesa, Community Centrea, Cultural Useg, Doctor / Dentista, Education, Embassya, Guest Housea, Home Based Economic Activitiesa, Hotel / Hostela, Place of Worshipg, Public Housea, Public Servicesf, Recreational Facilitya,f,g,h, Residentiala,c, Restaurant / Caféa, Rural Industry- Fooda, Shop-Locala, Sports Club / Facilityf,g,h, Traveller Accommodationg.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028439Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Not Permitted Abattoir, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Aerodrome / Airfield, Betting Office, Boarding Kennels, Camp Site, Caravan Park-Residential, Concrete / Asphalt Plant in or adjacent to a quarry, Conference Centre, Crematorium, Data Centre, Enterprise Centre, Fuel Depot, Funeral Home, Garden Centre, Health Centre, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Housing for Older People, Industry-Extractive, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Industry-Special, Live-Work Units, Motor Sales Outlet, Nightclub, Nursing Home, Office-Based Industry, Offices less than 100 sq m, Offices 100 sq m-1,000 sq m, Offices over 1,000 sq m, Off-Licence, Outdoor Entertainment Park Petrol Station, Primary Health Care Centre, Recycling Facility, Refuse Landfill / Tip, Refuse Transfer Station, Residential Institution, Retail Warehouse, Retirement Home, Science and Technology Based Enterprise, Scrap Yard, Service Garage, Shop-Major Sales Outlet, Shop- Neighbourhood, Social Club, Stadium, Transport Depot, Veterinary Surgery, Warehousing, Wholesale Outlet, Wind Farm, Work-Live Units. a In existing premises c In accordance with Council policy for residential development in rural areas f Subject to acceptable landscape impact assessment g All development classes shall not be permitted within 30m of the riverbank, in order to protect recreational amenity h For small-scale amenity or recreational purposes only Table 12.14: Zoning Objective ‘HA-DV’: ‘To protect and enhance the outstanding character and amenity of the Dodder Valley’* Use Classes Related to Zoning Objective Permitted in Principle Open Space. Open for Consideration Agriculture, Allotments, Bed & Breakfasta, Car Parkh,g, Cemeteryg, Childcare Facilitiesa, Community Centrea, Cultural Useg, Doctor / Dentista, Education, Embassya, Guest Housea, Home Based Economic Activitiesa, Hotel / Hostela, Place of Worshipg, Public Housea, Public Servicesf, Recreational Facilitya,f,g,h, Residentiala,c, Restaurant / Caféa, Rural Industry- Fooda Shop-Locala, Sports Club / Facilityf,g,h, Traveller Accommodationg.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028440Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Not Permitted Abattoir, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Aerodrome / Airfield, Betting Office, Boarding Kennels, Camp Site, Caravan Park-Residential, Concrete / Asphalt Plant in or adjacent to a quarry, Conference Centre, Crematorium, Data Centre, Enterprise Centre, Fuel Depot, Funeral Home, Garden Centre, Health Centre, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Housing for Older People, Industry-Extractive, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Industry-Special, Live-Work Units, Motor Sales Outlet, Nightclub, Nursing Home, Office-Based Industry, Offices less than 100 sq m, Offices 100 sq m-1,000 sq m, Offices over 1,000 sq m, Off-Licence, Outdoor Entertainment Park, Petrol Station, Primary Health Care Centre, Recycling Facility, Refuse Landfill / Tip, Refuse Transfer Station, Residential Institution, Retail Warehouse, Retirement Home, Science and Technology Based Enterprise, Scrap Yard, Service Garage, Shop-Major Sales Outlet, Shop- Neighbourhood, Social Club, Stadium, Transport Depot, Veterinary Surgery, Warehousing, Wholesale Outlet, Wind Farm, Work-Live Units. a In existing premises c In accordance with Council policy for residential development in rural areas f Subject to acceptable landscape impact assessment g All development classes shall not be permitted within 30m of the riverbank, in order to protect recreational amenity h For small-scale amenity or recreational purposes only *Note: The Division between the ‘HA-DM’ and ‘HA-DV’ zones occurs at Fort Bridge, Bohernabreena. Table 12.15: Zoning Objective ‘OS’: ‘To preserve and provide for open space and recreational amenities’ Use Classes Related to Zoning Objective Permitted in Principle Allotments, Community Centre, Cultural Use, Open Space, Recreational Facility, Sports Club / Facility. Open for Consideration Agriculture, Bed & Breakfasta, Camp Site, Car Parkh, Cemeterye, Childcare Facilities, Crematorium, Education, Garden Centre, Guest Housea, Home Based Economic Activitiesa, Hotel / Hostel, Housing for Older People*, Outdoor Entertainment Park, Place of Worshipa, Public Services, Recycling Facility, Residential*, Restaurant / Café, Shop-Local, Stadium, Traveller Accommodation.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028441Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Not Permitted Abattoir, Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Aerodrome / Airfield, Betting Office, Boarding Kennels, Caravan Park-Residential, Concrete / Asphalt Plant in or adjacent to a Quarry, Conference Centre, Data Centre, Doctor / Dentist, Embassy, Enterprise Centre, Fuel Depot, Funeral Home, Health Centre, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hospital, Industry- Extractive, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Industry-Special, Live-Work Units, Motor Sales Outlet, Nightclub, Nursing Home, Office-Based Industry, Offices less than 100 sq m, Offices 100 sq m-1,000 sq m, Offices over 1,000 sq m, Off- Licence, Petrol Station, Primary Health Care Centre, Public House, Refuse Landfill / Tip, Refuse Transfer Station, Residential Institution, Retail Warehouse, Retirement Home, Rural Industry-Food, Science and Technology Based Enterprise, Scrap Yard, Service Garage, Shop-Major Sales Outlet, Shop Neighbourhood, Social Club, Transport Depot, Veterinary Surgery, Warehousing, Wholesale Outlet, Wind Farm, Work-Live Units. a In existing premises h For small-scale amenity or recreational purposes only e If provided in the form of a lawn cemetery * Only where this accords with H3 Objective 4 Table 12.16: Zoning Objective ‘RU’: ‘To protect and improve rural amenity and to provide for the development of agriculture’ Use Classes Related to Zoning Objective Permitted in Principle Aerodrome / Airfield, Agriculture, Allotments, Cemetery, Concrete / Asphalt Plant in or adjacent to a Quarry, Home Based Economic Activitiesa, Industry-Extractive, Open Space, Public Services, Rural Industry-Food. Open for Consideration Abattoir, Bed & Breakfasta, Boarding Kennels, Camp Siteh, Car Parkh, Childcare Facilitiesb, Community Centre, Crematorium, Cultural Usea, Doctor / Dentistb, Education, Embassya, Enterprise Centreb, Fuel Depotb, Funeral Homeb, Garden Centre, Guest Housea, Health Centreb, Heavy Vehicle Park, Hotel / Hostel, Offices less than 100 sq m, Petrol Stationb, Place of Worshipb, Primary Health Care Centreb, Public Houseb, Recreational-Facility, Recycling Facilityb, Refuse Landfill / Tip, Residentialc, Restaurant / Café, Service Garageb, Shop-Localb, Social Club, Solar Farm, Sports Club / Facility, Stadium, Traveller Accommodation, Veterinary Surgery, Wind Farm.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028442Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Not Permitted Advertisements and Advertising Structures, Betting Office, Caravan Park-Residential, Conference Centre, Data Centre, Hospital, Housing for Older People, Industry-General, Industry-Light, Industry-Special, Live-Work Units, Motor Sales Outlet, Nightclub, Nursing Home, Office-Based Industry, Offices 100 sq m-1,000 sq m, Offices over 1,000 sq m, Off- Licence, Outdoor Entertainment Park, Refuse Transfer Station, Residential Institution, Retail Warehouse, Retirement Home, Science and Technology Based Enterprise, Scrap Yard, Shop- Major Sales Outlet, Shop-Neighbourhood, Transport Depot, Warehousing, Wholesale Outlet, Work-Live Units. a In existing premises b In Villages to serve local needs c In accordance with Council policy for residential development in rural areas h For small-scale amenity or recreational purposes only 12.3 Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage This section should be read in conjunction with the policies and objectives set out in Chapter 3: Natural, Cultural and Built Heritage. 12.3.1 Appropriate Assessment Planning permission will only be granted for a development proposal that: à either individually or in combination with existing and / or proposed plans or projects, will not have a significant effect on a European Site; or à where such a development proposal is likely or might have such a significant effect (either alone or in combination), the planning authority will, as required by law, carry out an appropriate assessment as per requirements of Article 6(3) of the Habitats Directive 92 / 43 / EEC of the 21 May 1992 on the conservation of natural habitats and of wild fauna and flora, as transposed into Irish legislation. Only after having ascertained that the development proposal will not adversely affect the integrity of any European site, will the planning authority agree to the development and impose appropriate mitigation measures in the form of planning conditions. A development proposal which could adversely affect the integrity of a European site may only be permitted in exceptional circumstances, as provided for in Article 6(4) of the Habitats Directive as transposed into Irish legislation. 12.3.2 Ecological Protection à In order to comply with European and National legislation on nature conservation, and to ensure that areas of biodiversity value are adequately protected, an
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028443Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) Ecological Impact Assessment will be required for development proposals that have the potential to impact on environmentally sensitive sites. This includes sites that are protected under EU and National Legislation; sites that may be in use by or contain protected species or habitats; or sites that are in proximity to significant watercourses. à All development proposals should seek to enhance biodiversity and avoid or minimise loss of existing local habitats and wildlife corridors. à Any proposals impacting on a known site, or likely to be a breeding or resting site, for a species listed in the EU Habitats Regulations, will require a derogation license to be issued (by NPWS), so as to adhere to Article 16 of the Habitats Directive. à Any development proposals which may impact on European Sites should be screened for Appropriate Assessment and accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (see section 12.3.3 below), if required, and will be referred to the NPWS. à In relation to development proposals on sites where invasive species are or were previously present, applicants should submit a control and management programme with measures to prevent, control and / or eradicate the particular invasive species as part of the planning process and to comply with the provisions of the European Communities Birds and Habitats Regulations, 2011 (S.I. 477 / 2011). 12.3.3 Environmental Impact Assessment Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) is a key instrument of EU environmental policy. The primary purpose of the EIA Directive (Directive 2011 / 92 / EU as amended by 2014 / 52 / EU) is to ensure that public and private projects, which are likely to have significant effects on the environment are granted permission only after an assessment of the likely significant environmental effects of those projects has been carried out. The environmental factors against which projects should be assessed are set out in Article 3 of the Directive as: à population and human health; à biodiversity; à land; à soil; à water; à air and climate; à material assets; à cultural heritage and the landscape; à and the interaction between these factors. Environmental Impact Assessment is a process to be undertaken in respect of applications for specified classes of development listed in the Directive before a decision in respect of development consent is made. The process involves the preparation of an Environmental Impact Assessment Report (EIAR) by the applicant, consultations with the public, relevant prescribed bodies and any other affected Member States, and an examination and analysis of the EIAR and other relevant
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028444Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) information leading to a reasoned conclusion by the competent authority, on the likely significant effects of the proposed development on the environment. The Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 (as amended), specify mandatory thresholds above which EIAR are required in relation to types and scale of development proposals. Where it appears to the Planning Authority that a development proposal that falls below the thresholds set out in the Planning and Development Regulations would be likely to have a significant environmental effect, a subthreshold / discretionary EIAR can be requested by the Planning Authority. All Planning applications will undergo EIA screening or preliminary assessment. 12.3.4 Archaeological Heritage Development in the vicinity of archaeological sites shall accord with the requirements of the Framework and Principles for the Protection of Archaeological Heritage, DAHGI (1999) and shall be designed to have minimal impact on archaeological features. There is a presumption in favour of in-situ preservation of archaeological sites and monuments and avoidance of developmental impacts on archaeological heritage. Regard shall be had in relation to the Emerging Historic Landscape Character Assessments contained within the Landscape Character Assessment of South Dublin County (2021) when assessing relevant planning applications. Regard shall also be had in relation to archaeological concerns when considering proposed infrastructure and roadworks located in close proximity to Recorded Monuments and Places. All development proposals which may have implications for archaeological heritage shall be accompanied by an Archaeological Impact Assessment and a Method Statement. This assessment will consist of the following: à Pre-development archaeological testing, surveying, monitoring and recording, where appropriate, which should be carried out by a qualified archaeologist; à Definition of the buffer area surrounding the monument which will preserve the setting and visual amenity of the site; à Provision of details on protection measures to be used on site; à A Conservation Plan may be required for development in the vicinity of a site or monument included in the Record of Monuments and Places, to ensure the ongoing protection of the monument and its setting; à Refer to Framework and Principle for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage, DAHGI (1999) for clarification on the significance of the site. The following considerations should also be noted: à A Visual Impact Assessment may be required for development proposals in the vicinity of upstanding remains; à Full archaeological excavation shall be carried out where it is recommended by the National Monuments Service or any superseding body; à Archaeological monitoring should be carried out during the course of
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028445Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) development works where it is considered necessary to identify and protect potential archaeological deposits, features or objects. All planning applications and other development proposals which are in, or might affect, sites and features of historical and archaeological interest, will be referred to the Minister through the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and to the Heritage Council. In considering such planning applications, the Planning Authority will have regard to the views and recommendations of the National Monuments Service, Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage and other interested bodies. 12.3.5 Landscape Character Assessment The Landscape Character Assessment (LCA) for South Dublin County identifies five Landscape Character Areas. These are: à Liffey Valley à Newcastle Lowlands à Athgoe and Saggart Hills à Dodder and Glenasmole à Urban. The LCA also identifies several Landscape Character Types within the County as follows: à River Valley à Canal à Agricultural Lowlands à Low Foothills à Foothills à Mountains à Green Space à Transport Corridor à Urban à Historic Urban à Urban Fringe There may be several Landscape Character Types within each Landscape Character Area. The capacity of each Landscape Character Type to absorb new development will largely depend on the sensitivity of the landscape. Landscape capacity means the ability of a landscape to accommodate different amounts of change for a development of a specific type without adversely affecting the intrinsic character of the landscape. Assessment of sensitivity takes account of the overall landscape character, quality and condition of the landscape and considers its potential ability to adapt to change without losing its intrinsic character. Sensitivity is classed as Low, Moderate or High. Thus, a high sensitivity landscape would have a low capacity, but
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028446Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) the level of the capacity will vary according to the type of development concerned. For each Landscape Character Type, a set of principles for development has been devised. These principles will aid in the management of development including the designing of development proposals and the assessment of planning applications. The tables below set out a brief summary of the characteristics of each Landscape Character Type, its sensitivity rating and principles for development. Table 12.17: Landscape Character Types LCT Summary Sensitivity River Valleys à Principal rivers of the county with alluvium soils draining to Dublin Bay. à Generally, rise in the foothills or mountains and ultimately drain northeasterly to Dublin Bay. à Riparian vegetation and treelines including alluvial woodland are an attractive landscape and ecological feature. à Varies between wider, more mature river valleys and incised, narrow valleys that create more dramatic landscapes. Medium to high Principles for Development à The natural and cultural characteristics of this LCT should be recognised and enhanced. à New development in this LCT if necessary, should reflect and contribute to character, avoiding overly engineered approaches and seek to add rather than detract through appropriate planting regimes. à Nature based solutions should be a principal design consideration. à New development adjacent to these LCTs should avoid extensive overlooking and effects of lighting on these river valleys in terms of landscape and wildlife should be a consideration. à Enhance and encourage riparian planting. à Reduce fragmentation of habitats and corridors. à Facilitate managed and appropriate access to the river for a variety of users. à Recreational infrastructure such as walking paths, and signage should be low impact, discrete and consistent.
- SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY DEVELOPMENT PLAN 2022-2028447Implementation and Monitoring ( IM) LCT Summary Sensitivity Canals à Artificial watercourses of historic importance. à Embankments are a feature and their alignment is frequently and closely associated with the railway lines. à Woodlands and habitats associated with the canal are important ecological features. à Offers an accessible recreational area for urban dwellers. Low to medium Principles for Development à Enhance ecological connectivity. à Develop plans for providing, where feasible, continuous access routes for recreational uses and others. à Appropriate levels of recreational infrastructure that are not overly engineered, reflective of local landscape character and provide discreet low-key signage. à Enhancement of built heritage associated with the canal. à Consider and minimise effects on wildlife associated with increased recreational infrastructure and in particular lighting. à New development adjacent to this LCT should seek to contribute to and enhance the canal landscape character. à Additional planting of appropriate tree and shrub species and where possible measures from the All Ireland Pollinator plan should inform landscape treatments along the canal.
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