# Planning application D06A/1266 > Benolagh & Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Carrickmines Great, Dublin 18, Dublin, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (22 Mar 2007). - **Reference:** D06A/1266 - **Address:** Benolagh & Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Carrickmines Great, Dublin 18, Dublin - **Status:** Granted (22 Mar 2007) - **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION - **Application type:** Permission - **Applicant:** Ian Murphy - **Lodged:** 23 Feb 2007 - **Decided:** 22 Mar 2007 - **Appeal (An Coimisiún Pleanála):** PL06D.222927, GRANT PERMISSION - **Appeal decided:** 31 Oct 2007 - **Location (lat, lng):** 53.251005, -6.176154 ## Proposal Demolition of 2 no houses: construction of 58 No 3 storey houses as follows 14 no 3 storey semi-detached and 1 no 3 storey detached 218 sq.m. units; 43 no 3 storey 165 sq.m. units with second floor balconies to front, in 7 no terraces of 3; 20 no semi-detached and 2 no detached with new vehicular entrace road and associated site works at 'Benolagh' and 'Blackberry Hill'. ## In plain English 58 three-storey houses replacing two homes at Benolagh and Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road. - **58** houses - **3** storeys ### What's planned Demolition of **2** houses and construction of **58** three-storey houses with a new access road. ### Residential **15** houses of **218** sq.m (semi-detached and one detached) and **43** houses of **165** sq.m with front balconies, in terraces, semi-detached and detached forms. _This summary was written by AI from the proposal text. Check the council record before relying on it._ ## Conditions ### Condition 12 That the water supply and drainage arrangements, including the disposal of surface water, be in accordance with the requirements of the County Council. REASON: In the interest of public health. ### Condition 5 An acceptable naming and numbering scheme shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development or the erection of any advertising hoardings on site. In this regard, the use of street names reflecting local place names or local history would be acceptable. REASON: In the interest of orderly development. ### Condition 8 That existing materials from demolished structures shall be re-used and recycled to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority. REASON: In the interest of proper planning and sustainable development of the area. ### Condition 4 Prior to commencement of development, the developer shall comply with the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council Housing Strategy, drawn up in accordance with Part V, Section 96(4) of the Planning & Development Act, 2000, as amended by Section 3 of the Planning & Development (Amendment) Act, 2002, and in accordance with agreement to be reached with the County Council Housing Department unless the developer shall have applied for and been granted an exemption certificate under Section 97 of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, as amended. REASON: To comply with the County Council Housing Strategy & Part V of the Planning & Development Act, 2000, as amended by Section 3 of the Planning & Development (Amendment) Act, 2002. ### Condition 1 The development to be carried out in its entirety in accordance with the plans, particulars and specifications lodged with the application, as amended by Additional Information received on 22/12/2006 and as amended by Clarification of Additional Information received on 23/02/2007, save as may be required by the other conditions attached hereto. REASON: To ensure that the development shall be in accordance with the permission and that effective control be maintained. ### Condition 3 That each dwelling be used as a single dwelling unit. REASON: To prevent unauthorised development. ### Condition 29 That a financial contribution shall be paid by the proposer to the Council towards the cost of the extension of Luas Line B from the Sandyford Depot to Cherrywood, namely Luas Line B1. This contribution to be paid prior to the commencement of the development or in such other manner as may otherwise be agreed with the Planning Authority. The rate of contribution payable shall be that pertaining to the particular year in which implementation of the Planning Permission is commenced. The Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme provides for an annual increase in the levels of contribution payable, as outlined in the scheme, by a factor of 5% compound interest per annum. The levels of contribution will be reviewed annually on the 13th of January of each year during which the scheme is in force to take account of the aforementioned increase. The rate of contribution payable in respect of this development, at current contribution rates, is €562,170.60 , and is subject to increase as outlined above. It should be noted that contributions assessed in accordance with the Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme cannot be appealed to An Bord Pleanala unless the applicant considers the levy referred to in this condition has not been properly applied in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. REASONS FOR CONTRIBUTIONS: To part finance the extension of the Luas Line B1 from Sandyford Depot to Cherrywood, as provided for in the Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme adopted by the Council of Dunlaoghaire-Rathdown on the 13th of January, 2003. ### Condition 28 No development on foot of this permission shall commence until security for the provision and satisfactory completion of services (including roads, footpaths, open spaces, public lighting, sewers, watermains and drains) in accordance with the Plans and particulars lodged with the application, has been given by:- a) Lodgement with the Council of an approved Insurance Company Bond in the sum of € 266,000 which shall be kept in force by the Developer until such time as Roads, Open Spaces, Car Parks, Sewers, Watermains and Drains are completed to the satisfaction of the Council OR/... b) Lodgement with the Council of a Cash Sum of € 161,200 to be applied by the Council at its absolute discretion if such services are not duly provided to its satisfaction on the provision and completion of such services to standard specifications. OR/... c) Lodgement with the Planning Authority of a Letter of Guarantee by any body approved by the Planning Authority for the purpose in respect of the proposed development in accordance with the guarantee scheme agreed with the Planning Authority and such lodgement in any case has been acknowledged in writing by the Council. REASON: To ensure that a ready sanction may be available to the Council to induce the provision of services and prevent disamenity in the development. ### Condition 13 (a) The applicant shall ensure that suitable facilities for vehicle cleansing and wheel washing, to the satisfaction of the Area Engineer, are provided on site. (b) The applicant shall ensure that adequate on-site car parking facilities, to the satisfaction of Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council, are made available for site workers during the course of construction. (c) The applicant shall maintain all footpaths and roads effected by the development works in a safe and tidy condition to the satisfaction of the Area Engineer. REASON: In the interests of the amenity, safety and maintenance of adjoining roads and footpaths. ### Condition 7 That all necessary measures be taken by the contractor to prevent the spillage or deposit of clay, rubble or other debris on adjoining roads during the course of the works. REASON: To protect the amenities of the area. ### Condition 9 That all public services to the proposed development, including electrical, telephone cables and equipment be located underground throughout the entire site. REASON: In the interest of amenity. ### Condition 10 A specification and layout for public lighting shall be submitted to the Planning Authority and agreed in writing before development commences. Public lighting shall be available and operational as each house is occupied. The specification and layout shall comply with the standard as set out in the latest edition of the Council's Development Works in Residential and Industrial Estates or as otherwise agreed by the Planning Authority. REASON: To ensure a satisfactory standard of public lighting. ### Condition 11 That no dwellinghouse be occupied until all the services have been connected thereto and are operational. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. ### Condition 24 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 211,212.90, with any outstanding balance being updated at the 1st of January each year during the life of the scheme in accordance with annual changes in the Wholesale Price Index - Building and Construction (Capital Goods) published by the Central Statistics Office, to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Planning Authority in respect of the provision of the Water & Drainage Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefiting development in the area of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council on the 21/01/2004. REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Water & Drainage Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. ### Condition 25 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 296,031.78, with any outstanding balance being updated at the 1st of January each year during the life of the scheme in accordance with annual changes in the Wholesale Price Index - Building and Construction (Capital Goods) published by the Central Statistics Office, to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Planning Authority in respect of the provision of the Roads Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefiting development in the area of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council on the 21/01/2004. REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Roads Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. ### Condition 26 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 251,421.84 , with any outstanding balance being updated at the 1st of January each year during the life of the scheme in accordance with annual changes in the Wholesale Price Index - Building and Construction (Capital Goods) published by the Central Statistics Office, to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Planning Authority in respect of the provision of the Parks & Community Public Infrastructure, Facilities and Amenities benefiting development in the area of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council on the 21/01/2004. REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Parks & Community Public Infrastructure, Facilities and Amenities benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. ### Condition 27 This development shall not be carried out without prior agreement, in writing, between the Applicant and the Planning Authority relating to the payment of development contributions. REASON: Investment by Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council in Local Authority works has facilitated and will facilitate the proposed development. It is considered appropriate and reasonable that the developer should contribute to the cost of same. ### Condition 14 Construction work shall be restricted to between the hours of 0800-1900 Monday to Friday and 0800-1300 on Saturdays. No construction works to be carried out on Sundays and Public Holidays. The use of compressors/generators or any such equipment shall not be used outside the specified construction hours. REASON: To reduce the impact of noise emanating from the site in the interests of the amenities of the adjoining residences ### Condition 15 The access arrangements to the site shall be as follows: (i) The temporary access onto Glenamuck Road (as identified on dwg no. 05-256 P010 Rev E) shall only be utilized during the construction period and pending completion of both this development and the development proposed on the adjoining site to the west under reg. ref. D07A/0014 (and as may be amended by any subsequent permissions on these sites). (ii) Within three months of the date of completion of both this development and the development proposed on the adjoining site to the west, the shared access between both sites (as indicated on dwg. 05-256 P010 Rev E) shall be the sole access point for both developments. The temporary access shall then be closed off permanently, and the land landscaped in the first planting season following closure. REASON: In the interest of traffic safety ### Condition 16 Prior to the commencement of development, an amended site layout shall be submitted for the approval of the Planning Authority to provide for the following: The internal road layout shall be amended to provide for an access point to facilitate future vehicle and pedestrian access from the internal roadway at the north of the site (serving dwellings no. 4-15) to the adjoining lands to the north east. REASON: In the interests of rationalizing the number of vehicle accesses onto a strategically important road and in the interests of traffic safety. ### Condition 17 (i) Prior to commencement the applicant shall submit comprehensive and detailed landscape design proposals, prepared by a qualified Landscape Architect, for wrtitten agreement of the Planning Dept . Such proposals shall include a scaled landscape plan(s) with cross- sections, where applicable, showing the layout and hard and soft treatment of all boundaries, features, external areas and green spaces. The proposals shall be accompanied by specifications for materials, workmanship and maintenance, together with proposed design details. Design details pertaining to the area of play are to be submitted and specifications of any equipment. Hard landscape details are to include, those for any proposed lighting, seating, kerbing, boundaries, edging, surfacing and water features. Soft landscape details are to include detailed planting plans and planting schedules, stating species/varieties, quantities, sizes, rootball presentation and spacings. The landscape plan shall be accompanied by a timescale for its implementation, including a minimum 18-month landscape maintenance period and defects liability clause. (ii) Prior to commencement the applicant shall submit: - a. A drawing clearly indicating which trees are to be removed and which are to be retained. b. A method statement for the management and protection during development of trees to be retained. c. The line of protective fencing illustrated clearly on the accompanying survey drawing. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. ### Condition 18 Adequate provision is to be made to facilitate access to, and the use of the development, buildings, facilities and services by disabled persons. The minimum requirements to be provided shall be as set out in 'Access for the Disabled - Minimum Design Criteria' published by the National Rehabilitation Board. REASON: In the interest of safety and amenity ### Condition 19 Adequate storage shall be provided for Waste Disposal and Recycling facilities on site to the satisfaction of the Environmental Services Department. REASON: In the interest of public health and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area ### Condition 2 This permission shall be for 55 dwellinghouses only and the site layout shall be revised as follows: The dwelling identified as 'Dwelling no. 16' on the revised site layout as submitted as further information, shall be omitted and the lands shall be incorporated into the rear gardens of dwellings no. 1,2 and 3 in order to increase their rear garden depth and amenity. REASON: In the interest of the providing an acceptable level of residential amenity to all houses within the development. ### Condition 20 All development works are to be executed at the applicant's expense and in accordance with Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council's Development Works in Residential and Industrial Areas (Guidance Document) July 1998. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area ### Condition 21 That the foundations of the proposed house are below the invert level of the sewer on the adjoining footpath. REASON: In the interest of a proper standard of development ### Condition 22 With regard to foul drainage arrangements, prior to the commencement of development the following details shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning authority: (i)Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Council's Drainage Department a revised drainage layout shall be submitted so that manhole depths and designs are acceptable to the Department. (ii) Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Drainage Department the applicant shall submit revised layout details with respect to the outfall sewer in the vicinity of the proposed point of connection to the existing pipes so as to minimize the amount of pipework in the vicinity in the long term and to accommodate any future developments needing to access the existing system. (iii) The developer shall submit written confirmation that the necessary permissions and consents are in place in order to connect the outfall pipes to the existing pipes and to cross any lands not in the developers ownership. REASON: In the interest of public health ### Condition 23 With regard to surface water drainage arrangements, prior to the commencement of development the following details shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning authority: 1. The design and layout of any Silt Trap shall be proven so as to confirm that it is capable of fulfilling its purpose. 2. The location of any Silt Trap shall be agreed in writing with the Council's Drainage Department and any other affected Department. 3. Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Drainage Department, a revised location for the proposed Attenuation Tank shall be submitted so that no tank is located under a roadway or path. Measures to achieve this may entail the construction of a second Attenuation Tank 4. Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Council's Drainage Department a revised drainage layout and details shall be submitted so that manhole depths and designs are acceptable to the Department. 5. Unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Council's Drainage Department, the developer shall submit revised layout details with respect to the outfall sewer in the vicinity of the proposed point of connection to the existing pipes so as to minimize the amount of pipework in that vicinity in the long term and to accommodate any future developments needing to access the existing system. 6. The developer shall submit written confirmation that the necessary permissions and consents are in place in order to connect the outfall pipes to the existing pipes and to cross any lands not in the developers ownership. REASON: In the interest of public health ### Condition 6 The applicant shall complete, within a period to be specified in writing to the Applicant by the Planning Authority, all infrastructural works (including Roads, Footpaths, Car Parks, Open Spaces, Sewers, Watermains, Drains & Public Lighting) to current Council standards for Residential Developments. The specified period for completion of the infrastructural works shall be a period of not less than 2 years from the commencement of such works. REASON: To ensure the development is carried out in accordance with Council Standards for Residential Development in the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development is located ## Nearby applications - [D08A/0197](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0197.md): Benolagh and Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (28 Jan 2009). Changes the house types in a permitted scheme at Benolagh and Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road, with larger homes. - [D06A/0210](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0210.md): Benolagh & Blackberry Hill, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (7 Apr 2006). Demolishes two houses on Glenamuck Road and builds 59 three-storey houses. - [D07A/1435](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-1435.md): The Glen, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (16 Jul 2008). 49 apartments in a five-to-five-and-a-half-storey block at The Glen, Glenamuck Road, replacing a house. - [D18A/1175](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D18A-1175.md): site of c. 0.4713 ha at, The Glen, Golf Lane, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (14 May 2019). 48 apartments in a 4–5 storey block at The Glen, Golf Lane, Carrickmines. - [D26A/0430/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D26A-0430-WEB.md): Golf Lane, Carrickmines, Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (26 Jun 2026). Permission to keep a partly built block of 48 apartments, 4–5 storeys high, on Golf Lane, Carrickmines. - [D24A/0893/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D24A-0893-WEB.md): The Glen, Golf Lane, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (8 Jan 2025). Amends a permitted apartment scheme at The Glen, Golf Lane, to move its ESB substation. - [D23A/0025](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D23A-0025.md): The Glen, Golf Lane, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (9 Mar 2023). Permission to keep changes to and finish a 48-apartment block at The Glen, Golf Lane, which was moved on its site and built about 1m taller. - [D08A/0708](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0708.md): Knockree, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (18 Dec 2008). 21 large 5-bedroom houses at Knockree, Glenamuck Road, replacing an existing house. - [D08A/0190](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0190.md): Knockcree, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (14 Apr 2008). Revises a permitted apartment scheme at Knockcree, Glenamuck Road, from 64 to 77 apartments. - [D07A/0014](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-0014.md): Knockree, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (21 May 2007). 74 apartments in four blocks of five to five-and-a-half storeys at Knockree, Glenamuck Road, replacing a house. - [D08A/0590](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0590.md): Villa Nova & Arda Lodge, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines. Granted (22 Dec 2008). Phase 2 at Villa Nova and Arda Lodge, Glenamuck Road: 90 homes in blocks of 6 to 8 storeys, a crèche and a health spa. - [D15A/0530](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0530.md): Old Glenamuck Road (Golf Lane), Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (17 Dec 2015). Builds a single-storey curved house with a green roof and a granny flat on Old Glenamuck Road. - [D07A/1496](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-1496.md): Villa Nova and Arda Lodge, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Co. Dublin.. Refused or withdrawn (20 Dec 2007). Replaces two houses on Glenamuck Road with 109 apartments, a crèche, medical centre, shops and a gym in three blocks. - [D24A/0569/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D24A-0569-WEB.md): Greenan, Glenamuck Road South, Dublin 18, D18P3C2. Refused or withdrawn (16 Jan 2025). Replaces a vacant house at Greenan, Glenamuck Road South, with a 26-apartment block of up to 5 storeys. - [D25A/0449/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D25A-0449-WEB.md): A c.0223 Ha site comprising the property known as 'Greenan', Golf Lane, Carrickmines, Dublin 18, D18 P3C2. Granted (30 Jul 2025). 26 apartments in a 3–5 storey block replacing a vacant house at Greenan, Golf Lane, Carrickmines. - [D20A/0152](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D20A-0152.md): Tintagel, Auburn, Keelogues, Villa Nova and Arda Lodge, Golf Lane, Glenamuck Road South, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (15 Jun 2020). Permission to keep the demolition of six detached houses on Golf Lane, Carrickmines. - [D06A/1157](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-1157.md): Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (5 Mar 2007). 121 apartments in three blocks of 5–6 storeys and 4 detached houses on Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, replacing four homes. - [ABP30902620](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/ABP30902620.md): c. 2.56 hectares at Golf Lane, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (20 Apr 2021). Builds 482 apartments in seven blocks up to 22 storeys at Golf Lane, Carrickmines, with a crèche, gym and shop. - [ABP30233618](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/ABP30233618.md): Golf Lane, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (18 Nov 2018). Builds 250 apartments in five blocks of up to six storeys off Golf Lane, Carrickmines, with a crèche. - [D11A/0197](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D11A-0197.md): Waterville, Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (7 Jun 2011). 19 apartments in two 5-storey blocks replacing a bungalow at Waterville, Glenamuck Road. - [D18A/0579](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D18A-0579.md): Waterville, Old Glenamuck Road/Golf Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (10 Aug 2018). Replaces a house at Waterville, Carrickmines, with 5 three-storey houses and a 12-apartment block. - [D21A/0269](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D21A-0269.md): 0.4167 Ha site at Waterville, Old Glenamuck/Golf Lane, Carrickmines, Dublin 18 and, adjacent lands to the west bounded by Old Glenamuck/Golf Lane, and Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (26 May 2021). 72 apartments in a 6 to 8 storey block replacing a house at Waterville, Golf Lane, Carrickmines. - [D04A/0327](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D04A-0327.md): Site on Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines Great, Dublin 18.. Granted (23 Sep 2004). 227 homes, a crèche and a shop on Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines Great. - [D05A/1501](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D05A-1501.md): Carrickmines Great, Glenamuck Road,Carrickmines,Co.Dublin.. Granted (26 Jan 2006). Alters the Carrickmines–Deansgrange 110 kV power line at Glenamuck Road so about 1.8 km of it can be put underground. - [D08A/0454](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0454.md): Glenamuck Road, Carrickmines, Dublin 18. Granted (1 Oct 2008). Changes the access to the permitted Carrickmines Green housing with a new T-junction onto Glenamuck Road. - [D07A/1546](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-1546.md): Carrickmines Green, Glenamuck Road, Kilternan, Co. Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (25 Jan 2008). Proposes an alternative road access for the permitted Carrickmines Green housing development off Glenamuck Road. ## Links - [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-1266) - [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/41593) - [All Cherrywood applications](https://cherrywoodplans.com/applications.md) _Source: Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown County Council planning data, refreshed daily. CherrywoodPlans is an independent site, not run by the council._