20407: For 86 no. dwellings comprising a mix of both houses and apartment/duplex units. A total of 60 no. houses and 28 no. apartment/duplex units are proposed. Houses include terraced, semi-detached and detached units. Houses are 2 storeys and have the option for photovoltaic/solar panels on roof slopes. The apartment/duplex dwellings are accommodated in 7 no. 3 storey buildings with external access stairs to first floor level and terrace provided at first floor level to the rear of each block. The proposed development will also provide for all site development works including alterations to ground levels; the construction of retaining walls; the provision of an ESB substation; internal access roads; car parking; footpaths; public lighting; landscaping; services; boundary treatments; access to the proposed development is via a new vehicular access from the Kells Road (R164) in the south-eastern part of the site. Significant further information and revised plans have been submitted

Refusal reasons

Conditions

• 1Relocate roadside parking for Units 1-12 to an internal position. Provide 90m unobstructed sightlines on R164 per TIJ DN-GEO-03060-02. Limit access road gradient to 2% for first 7m and 5% for next 13m.Traffic Access
• 2Submit detailed surface water drainage calculations, dimensioned plans, material/diameter specs, and discharge locations for road frontage, site perimeters, and retaining walls.Wastewater Drainage
• 3Engage with Irish Water via a Pre-Connection Enquiry (PCE) and submit the Confirmation of Feasibility (COF) to the planning department.Water Services
• 4Provide cross-section drawings against adjoining developments showing wall finishes visible from outside the site, specifically those facing Fana Rua.Design Materials