COMHAIRLE CONTAE ÁTHA CLIATH THEAS
SOUTH DUBLIN COUNTY COUNCIL

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MEETING OF LUCAN / PALMERSTOWN / NORTH CLONDALKIN AREA COMMITTEE

Tuesday, May 23, 2023

MOTION NO. 1

MOTION: Councillor P. Gogarty

That the Chief Executive reports on communications received to date in relation to the pre-planning design of the age-friendly housing proposal in Sarsfield Park from local residents via various channels, outlines the timescale and deadline for further direct submissions before completion of the design and indicates what scope exists in terms of amending the final proposal for much-needed local housing for older people in terms of these inputs and direct representations from elected members, in the absence of a Part 8 process, given that a number of concerns have since been expressed about what looked to be an excellent proposal on paper, namely the overall size of the development in what is a relatively congested site, the privacy impact of two storeys overlooking so many dwellings, the aforementioned lack of additional parking provision, the previous subsidence on the site (which it is suggested may require pile driving, a cause of concern for neighbouring residents in terms of structural damage), drainage issues, challenges to access for emergency services etc; and if a statement can be made on the matter.

REPORT:

The Council has issued correspondence to the directly adjoining residents and has to date received responses from one resident and an onsite meeting has been arranged for Friday 19th May 2023.  Visits will be arranged as required upon receipt of any further enquiries. It is anticipated that the final draft scheme proposals will be circulated to the directly adjoining residents and to members prior to the commencement of the formal part 8 derogation process.  Should the members highlight any concerns requiring review and or amendment these can also be considered prior to formal commencement. The designs will be prepared in accordance with all relevant provisions of the  County Development plan and all other codes of practice, regulations and design requirements. Site investigations prior to commencement on site will determine any requirement for ground improvement works or foundation design. Age friendly development are typically subject to a lower requirement for dedicated parking, the future tenants requirement for parking will also be a factor in the allocation of the units. Potential overlooking will be addressed as part of the scheme design process.