# Planning application D14A/0474 > Druid Glen, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (16 Dec 2014). - **Reference:** D14A/0474 - **Address:** Druid Glen, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 - **Status:** Granted (16 Dec 2014) - **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION - **Application type:** Permission - **Applicant:** Jane Reid - **Lodged:** 19 Nov 2014 - **Decided:** 16 Dec 2014 - **Location (lat, lng):** 53.254273, -6.157912 ## Proposal Ing of: (a) The demolition of an existing derelict 2 storey dwelling house. (b) The construction of a replacement 1 storey with part basement 4 bed dwelling house, 80m from a National Monument 026-007 Glen Druid Portal Tomb. (c) New single house waste water treatment system and associated percolation area. (d) Repair works to Brennanstown Road boundary wall. (e) Associated site works, including landscaping, site drainage and upgrade of internal access road. ## In plain English Replacing a derelict two-storey house at Druid Glen, Brennanstown Road, with a new single-storey 4-bed home. - **1** new house ### What's planned Demolition of a derelict house and construction of a single-storey 4-bed house with part basement. ### Heritage The new house is about **80**m from the Glen Druid Portal Tomb, a national monument. Repairs are also made to the Brennanstown Road boundary wall. ### Environment A new private wastewater treatment system, landscaping and drainage. _This summary was written by AI from the proposal text. Check the council record before relying on it._ ## Conditions ### Condition 2 The measures identified in the submitted Biodiversity Plan dated July 2014 shall be implemented in full. REASON: To ensure that biodiversity is protected and enhances on the site and the surrounding area. ### Condition 3 The Portals Tombs environs and current access points for the public will not be altered or interfered with in any way and shall be so maintained. REASON: In order to protect and preserve the public accessibility to this archaeological site. ### Condition 4 The applicant shall engage the services of a qualified arborist as an arboricultural consultant, immediately prior to and during the entire period of construction activity. The applicant shall inform the planning authority in writing of the appointment and name of the consultant, prior to commencement of development. The consultant shall visit the site on a monthly basis, to ensure the implementation of the all of the recommendations in the submitted tree report. The applicant shall implement all the recommendations pertaining to tree retention, tree protection and tree works, as detailed in the Arboricultural Method Statement and Tree Protection Plan, in the submitted tree report. All tree felling, surgery and remedial works shall be completed within one year of the occupation of dwellings on the site. REASON: To ensure the protection of trees on the site and to make good any damage caused during the construction period. ### Condition 8 The Biocycle Waste Water Treatment System shall be laid out as proposed and constructed to the specifications of EPA Code of Practice 2009 Wastewater Treatment and Disposal System for single houses. Minimum separation distance requirements (as set down on page 14 of the Manual) must be strictly adhered to and the applicant shall submit the following for written agreement by the planning authority prior to occupation of the proposed dwelling: a) Photographic evidence of the installation shall be submitted upon completion of the system; b) A certificate from a Chartered Engineer, Environmental Health Officer, Hydro geologist or other experienced qualified professional who has been deemed acceptable to the Planning Authority (with professional indemnity insurance) stating that the effluent disposal system has been installed in accordance with this condition, and; c) Evidence of an annual maintenance contract for the proposed Biocycle Waste Water Treatment System. REASON: In the interest of public health. ### Condition 5 The arborist shall carry out a post construction tree survey and assessment on the condition of the retained trees. A completion certificate is to be signed off by the arborist when all permitted development works are completed and in line with the recommendations of the tree report. The certificate shall be submitted to Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council's Parks and Landscape Services for written agreement upon completion of the works. REASON: To ensure the protection of trees on the site and to make good any damage caused during the construction period. ### Condition 9 Prior to commencement of the proposed development, the applicant shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority (Traffic & Road Safety Section) details of a construction traffic management plan to be implemented at the Applicant’s expense. REASON: In the interest of traffic safety. ### Condition 6 Prior to the commencement of any permitted development or any related construction or tree felling on the site, the applicant shall lodge a Tree Bond to a minimum value of €7,500.00 with the Planning Authority to ensure the protection of trees on the site to secure the protection of the trees on site and to make good any damage caused during the construction period. The bond lodgment shall be coupled with an Arboricultural Agreement, empowering the planning authority to apply such security, or part thereof, to the satisfactory protection of any tree or trees on or adjoining the site, or the appropriate and reasonable replacement of any such trees which die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased within a period of three years from the substantial completion of the development. Any replacement planting shall use large semi-mature tree size(s) and species or similar as may be stipulated by the planning authority. REASON: To ensure the protection of trees on the site and to make good any damage caused during the construction period ### Condition 10 The width of the proposed vehicular entrance shall be a maximum of 3.5 metres inside the entrance splay and area in front shall be constructed and reinstated to tie in with the existing road edge to the requirements of the Planning Authority at the Applicant’s own expense including any moving/adjustment of any water cocks/chamber covers and all to the satisfaction of the appropriate utility company and Planning Authority. The Applicants shall contact the Road Maintenance & Control Section to ascertain the required specifications for such works. REASON: In the interest of traffic safety. ### Condition 7 An Arboricultural Assessment Report and Certificate is to be signed off by the a qualified Arborist after the period of 3 years after substantial completion. Any remedial tree surgery, tree felling works recommended in that Report and Certificate shall be undertaken by the developer, under the supervision of Arborist. REASON: To ensure the safe, prudent and adequate protection and long-term viability of trees to be retained on the site. ### Condition 11 The applicant shall ensure that proposed new vehicle entrance gates do not open towards the road edge to maintain available set back distance for vehicles entering clear of obstruction. REASON: In the interest of traffic safety. ### Condition 12 The driveway/car parking area shall be constructed in accordance with sustainable drainage systems (SuDS) and also prevent the discharge of surface water onto the public road. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and the sustainable development of the area. ### 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 Further Information received on 19-Nov-2014, 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 20 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 € 30,956.11, 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. (incorporating amendments to Clause 13 as adopted by the County Council at it’s meeting on 13th May, 2013 – to be effective for all decisions from 14th May, 2013). ### Condition 16 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 66.00 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 Surface Water Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefiting development in the area of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 13th May, 2013. Indexation in accordance with the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Tender Price Index may be applied on 1st January 2015, having regard to the prevailing economic circumstances subject to the approval of the Council. REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Surface Water 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. Note on above Condition: Please note that with effect from 1st January 2014, Irish Water are now the statutory body responsible for both water and waste water services. Accordingly, the contribution payable has been reduced by the amount of the contribution associated with these services. Further details/clarification can be obtained from Irish Water at Tel. 01 6021000. ### Condition 17 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 1,100.00 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 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 13th May, 2013. Indexation in accordance with the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Tender Price Index may be applied on 1st January 2015, having regard to the prevailing economic circumstances subject to the approval of the Council. 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 18 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of € 550.00 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 Community & Parks Public Infrastructure, Facilities and Amenities benefiting development in the area of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 13th May, 2013. Indexation in accordance with the Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland Tender Price Index may be applied on 1st January 2015, having regard to the prevailing economic circumstances subject to the approval of the Council. REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Community & Parks 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 19 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 Dún 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 13 The Applicant shall prevent any mud, dirt, debris or building material being carried onto or placed on the public road or adjoining properties as a result of the site construction works and repair any damage to the public road arising from carrying out the works. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and the sustainable development of the area. ### Condition 14 All works shall be completed in line with an Construction Management Plan, which ensures that good construction practices are adopted throughout the construction period and contains mitigation measures to deal with potential adverse impacts identified in advance of the scheme. REASON: In the interest of the proper planning and the sustainable development of the area. ### Condition 15 The disposal of surface water shall be in accordance with the requirements of the County Council. In this regard, there shall be no entry of solids to the adjacent watercourse during the construction or during the connection of pipework to the existing surface water system. REASON: In the interest of public health. ## Nearby applications - [D06A/0713](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0713.md): Glendruid & Knockenree, Brennanstown Road, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (22 Jun 2006). 173 homes, apartments in blocks of up to 8 storeys plus houses, at Glendruid and Knockenree on Brennanstown Road. - [D06A/0330](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0330.md): Glendruid and Knockenree, Brennanstown Road and Druid House, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (7 Apr 2006). Builds 191 homes, a mix of apartments and houses, at Glendruid and Knockenree off Brennanstown Road. - [DZ20A/0690](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0690.md): Site area of 9.77, in townlands of Laughanstown Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (3 Nov 2020). 152 new homes, mostly apartments plus houses, off Barrington's Road and Castle Street in Lehaunstown. - [D15A/0667](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0667.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Granted (23 Mar 2016). Refurbishes an outbuilding at Glendruid Mews to add living space to the existing house. - [D15A/0187](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0187.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Refused or withdrawn (13 May 2015). Replaces a storage shed with a two-storey extension to a house at Glendruid Mews. - [ABP31328122](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/ABP31328122.md): site of c.3.81 ha at Winterbrook and Barrington Tower, Brennanstown Road, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (12 Sep 2024). Builds 534 build-to-rent apartments in 8 blocks of up to 10 storeys at Winterbrook and Barrington Tower, restoring the tower itself. - [D16A/0852](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D16A-0852.md): Navarone, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (12 Apr 2017). A new 5-bedroom detached house beside Navarone on Brennanstown Road. - [D07A/0161](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-0161.md): Barrington Tower, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (23 Jan 2008). 158 homes, mostly apartments in a 5-storey building plus houses, in the grounds of Barrington Tower on Brennanstown Road. - [D15A/0228](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0228.md): Navarone, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (28 May 2015). Either 7 or 9 new large houses in the grounds of Navarone, Brennanstown Road. - [D02A/0317](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D02A-0317.md): Site (walled garden) Glendruid, Brennanstown Road,, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (10 Jun 2002). Builds a two-storey, four-bedroom house with a garage and stables in the walled garden at Glendruid, a protected structure. - [DZ16A/0531](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ16A-0531.md): Glenellen, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (1 Sep 2016). Demolishes the house Glenellen and its outbuildings on Lehaunstown Lane. - [D06A/1367](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-1367.md): Navarone & Tablick, Brennanstown Road / Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (7 Feb 2008). 76 apartments and townhouses in two blocks of up to 5 storeys at Navarone and Tablick, Brennanstown Road. - [DZ23A/0120](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0120.md): Site in the townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Castle Street, Barrington's Road, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (29 Jan 2024). 240 build-to-rent apartments in 6 blocks of 2–4 storeys in Priorsland, off Castle Street. - [DZ26A/0252/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0252-WEB.md): A site in the townlands of Brennanstown and Laughanstown, Dublin 18. The main development site forms part of ‘Development Area 3. Granted (7 Oct 2026). 343 apartments in 8 blocks of up to 5 storeys off Castle Street in Priorsland. - [DZ23A/0005](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0005.md): Site in the the townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Castle Street, Barrington's Road, Dublin 18. Granted (7 Jul 2023). 89 new homes (houses and two-level apartments) and a crèche off Castle Street and Barrington's Road. - [DZ23A/0812](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0812.md): Townlands of Laughanstown & Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (14 Feb 2024). Amends a permitted housing scheme at L1 West to change the internal layouts of its 4-bed houses and move the site compound. - [DZ23A/0468](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0468.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (9 May 2024). Amends a permitted Lehaunstown scheme to rearrange units, add 4 homes (488 to 492) and move a temporary crèche. - [DZ23A/0354](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0354.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (23 Jun 2023). Amends a permitted Lehaunstown scheme to rearrange units and add 4 homes, taking it from 488 to 492. - [DZ23A/0083](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0083.md): Druid House & Glendruid House (protected structure), Lehaunestown Lane, Brennanstown Road, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (20 Oct 2023). Rebuilding a boundary wall on Lehaunstown Lane and a new access road to prepare for the permitted Druid's Glen Road. - [D13A/0545](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D13A-0545.md): Tablick, Lehaunstown, Cabinteely, Co Dublin. Granted (24 Jan 2014). Extends and alters a dormer bungalow at Tablick, Lehaunstown, adding a larger kitchen and an ensuite. - [D10A/0262](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D10A-0262.md): Talblich, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (8 Jul 2010). 13 new houses replacing a house at Talblich, Lehaunstown Lane. - [D08A/0728](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0728.md): Lahaunstown House, Lahaunstown, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Refused or withdrawn (31 Jul 2008). A new 4-bedroom, two-storey house beside Lahaunstown House, Cabinteely. - [D11A/0127](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D11A-0127.md): Carrickmines Substation, Barrington Tower, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (29 Nov 2011). Seeks to keep an electrical substation built to power the Luas Green Line extension near Brennanstown Road. - [D10A/0104](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D10A-0104.md): Carrickmines Substation Barringtontowers, Brennanstown Road, Carrickmines, Co. Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (15 Apr 2010). Seeks to keep an electrical substation built to power the Luas Green Line extension near Brennanstown Road. - [D04A/0926](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D04A-0926.md): Brennanstown Avenue, Brennanstown, Cabinteely, Co. Dublin. Granted (11 Oct 2004). Adds a 26 sq.m single-storey rear extension to each of 11 approved houses on Brennanstown Avenue. - [DZ25A/0318/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0318-WEB.md): Lands within the townland of Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (20 Aug 2025). 24 new two-storey houses off the Druid's Glen road in Brennanstown. - [D08A/1293](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-1293.md): Lehaunstown House, Lehaunstown, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (30 Jan 2009). Extensions to Lehaunstown House, Cabinteely, making it a 5-bedroom home with a sunroom and pool. - [DZ20A/0399](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0399.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Tully Development Area 8, Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (22 Jan 2021). 136 new homes, mostly houses and two-level apartments, in Tully between Castle Street and the Luas, plus the Castle Street extension. - [D07A/1723](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-1723.md): Lehaunstown Bungalow, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Co. Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (11 Feb 2008). Demolishes Lehaunstown Bungalow and builds a replacement house. ## Links - [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D14A-0474) - [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/65553) - [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._