# Planning application DZ22A/0550 > Lehaunstown Park Open Space, Laughanstown, Dublin 18, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (13 Apr 2023). - **Reference:** DZ22A/0550 - **Address:** Lehaunstown Park Open Space, Laughanstown, Dublin 18 - **Status:** Granted (13 Apr 2023) - **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION - **Application type:** Permission (SDZ) - **Applicant:** Hines Cherrywood Development Fund ICAV - **Lodged:** 20 Mar 2023 - **Decided:** 13 Apr 2023 - **Location (lat, lng):** 53.244225, -6.158224 ## Proposal Works associated with construction of an open space area referred to as 'Lehaunstown Park Open Space' to include community gardens with ancillary poly tunnels, storage and toilets, a community plaza/play area, car and cycle parking spaces and all associated hard and soft landscaping. Vehicular access is proposed from Mercers Road. Pedestrian and cycle entrances are proposed from Mercers Road and Lehaunstown Lane including connections to a universal access link from Lehaunstown Lane Greenway to Beckett Road which is subject to a separate planning application Reg Ref DZ21A/1017. The current application site is the location of a temporary car park permitted under reg ref DZ20A/0478 the use of which will be discontinued in accordance with condition 3 attached to that permission and the associated infrastructure reused/repurposed to provide the proposed open space and ancillary uses within Lehaunstown Park Open Space. Permission is also sought for services connections and all associated site and development works. ## In plain English Turns a temporary car park into Lehaunstown Park Open Space with community gardens and a play plaza. ### What's planned A new open space between Lehaunstown Park House and the M50, replacing a temporary car park. ### Community Community gardens with polytunnels, storage and toilets, and a community plaza and play area. ### Transport Car and cycle parking, vehicle access from Mercer's Road, and walking/cycling entrances from Mercer's Road and Lehaunstown Lane linking to the greenway. ### Environment Hard and soft landscaping, reusing the car park's existing infrastructure. _This summary was written by AI from the proposal text. Check the council record before relying on it._ ## Conditions ### Condition 3 First Schedule Reasons and Considerations Having regard to the ‘Green Infrastructure’ land use of the site as set out in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, as amended, and 2022-2028 Dún Laoghaire - Rathdown County Development Plan, it is considered that subject to compliance with the conditions below, the proposed development would not seriously injure the amenities of the area and would not contravene materially the zoning of the application site or that of adjoining sites, subject to conditions. Appropriate Assessment (AA) Screening Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, as clarified by way of Clarification of Further Information received on 20.03.2023, it has been determined that the proposed development would not significantly impact upon a Natura 2000 Site. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, as clarified by way of Clarification of Further Information received on 20.03.2023 there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development. Second Schedule Conditions MISCELLANEOUS / GENERAL 1. The development shall be carried out in its entirety in accordance with the plans, particulars and specifications lodged with the application, as amended by Significant Further Information received on 19/12/2022, and by Clarification Information received on 20/03/2023, 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. 2. Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority an agreement for the timing and procedure for the transfer of the lands and associated wayleaves, as identified on the submitted map titled ‘Cherrywood - Lehaunstown Park (Taking in Charge) date stamped 20 Mar 2023 and as set out in the response to Clarification of Further Information. REASON: To ensure that the development shall be in accordance with the permission and in the interest of orderly development. 3. Prior to the completion of development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, all drawings in digital format (CAD/GIS) projected to ITM (Irish Transverse Mercator). These shall include those for DZ22A/0550 and as further amended by this permission. This information should include the following: • Overall site plans in DWG format (ITM projection in metres) • Ground floor plans of buildings in DWG format (ITM projection in metres) • Site sections and elevations in PDF format. REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 7.4 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. Built Form and Development Objectives 4. Prior to the commencement of development, a Directional and Wayfinding Signage Strategy for Lehaunstown Park, which also considers any future directional/wayfinding signage required throughout Cherrywood, shall be submitted by the Applicant/Developer and agreed in writing with the Planning Authority (Cherrywood Development Agency Project Team) and shall be in accordance with the Cherrywood SDZ Wayfinding and Directional Signage Strategy, March 2021. REASON : In order to comply with Specific Objectives PD 32, H 3 and H5 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and in the interests of visual amenity. Construction Management Plan 5.The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the following requirements: a)The construction of the development shall be managed in accordance with a final Construction Management Plan, which shall be submitted for the development in its entirely to the Planning Authority for agreement in writing, prior to commencement of any development. The final Construction Management Plan shall also include a Community Liaison Plan, a construction environmental management plan and a Construction Traffic Management Plan. The final construction management plan shall address any measures required to maintain safety for the proposed phased construction of the development. b) The construction of the site shall be managed in accordance with the minimum requirements outlined within the Construction Environment Management Plan section 7 prepared at planning stage. c) An appropriate rodent/pest control plan shall be developed and implemented for the duration of the works on site. d) Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall prepare a Construction and Demolition Resource Waste Management Plan (RWMP) as set out in the Best Practice Guidelines for the Preparation of Resource and Waste Management Plans for C&D Projects (2021) including demonstration of proposals to adhere to best practice and protocols. The RWMP shall include specific proposals as to how the RWMP will be measured and monitored for effectiveness; these details shall be placed on the file and retained as part of the public record. The RWMP must be submitted to the Planning Authority for written agreement prior to the commencement of development. All records (including for waste and all resources) pursuant to the agreed RWMP shall be made available for inspection at the site office at all times. e) Site development and building works shall be carried out only between the hours of 7.00am to 7.00pm Monday to Friday inclusive, 8.00am to 2.00pm Saturdays and no works permitted on site on Sundays and public holidays. Deviation from these times will only be allowed in exceptional circumstances where prior written approval has been received from the Planning Authority. This should be addressed in the Community Liaison Plan. f) Construction staff shall be prohibited from parking on public roads. Parking for construction staff shall be provided by the Developer/Contractor within the site boundary and shall not be provided in an off-site location. g) Construction vehicles shall not be permitted to park or wait on roads outside the site boundary. All parking and waiting areas shall be provided Developer/Contractor within the site boundary. h) Prior to commencement of development a mechanism and structure for on-site monitoring, reporting on progress and quality control to the Planning Authority in relation to construction standards, materials, as-built drawings and records shall be agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. i) Prior to commencement of development, proposals will be submitted for the written approval of the Planning Authority that demonstrate how it is proposed to maintain the existing road network permitted under DZ15A/0758, and as extended by permission DZ15A/0758/E, to an acceptable standard during the construction phase of the proposed development. j) For the duration of this development, from commencement of construction works (inclusive of enabling works) to completion of construction works, the Developer shall undertake continuous monitoring of the road network to be utilised for construction access to this development. In this regard and at a minimum, an independent condition survey of the roads constructed under DZ15A/0758 and as extended by permission DZ15A/0758/E that are to be utilised for construction access to this development shall be undertaken by suitably qualified engineers/ surveyors appointed by the Developer, at the Developer’s expense, both prior to commencement of development and prior to commencement of the operation of the development. The appointment of the engineers/surveyors shall be agreed in advance and in writing with the Planning Authority and they shall be independent of the Developer and the Developer’s design and construction teams. The condition survey(s) produced are to be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. Damage, including structural defects, damage to the wearing course, footpaths, kerbs, road markings etc, to the road network that is identified in the condition survey(s) shall be rectified/replaced by the Developer, at the Developer’s expense and to a taking in charge standard of development which is to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority. k) To ensure adequate financial provision is on hand to rectify any damaged caused to the road network associated with DZ15A/0758 and as extended by permission DZ15A/0758/E, as part of the condition survey that shall be submitted to the Planning Authority prior to commencement (inclusive of enabling works) under above condition shall include a detailed map that shows all routes that will be utilised for construction traffic associated with this development from commencement (inclusive of enabling works) to occupation of this development. This detailed map shall include the area of roadway in meters square to be utilised for construction traffic, this measurement will be used to calculate the value of a cash security or insurance bond for the value of €30/m2 of roadway utilised, to be lodged with the Planning Authority. No works shall take place (inclusive of enabling works) until this bond or cash security has been agreed and accepted by the Planning Authority. This bond will be refunded on satisfactory completion and certification by the Developer of any works identified in the condition survey, to be completed after occupation of all units within the development, and with written agreement from the Planning Authority that those works are carried out to Taking in Charge Standard. Failure to comply with the above condition may lead to the insurance bond/cash security being sequestered by the Planning Authority to complete any outstanding works. REASON: To ensure that a ready sanction may be available to the County Council to induce the provision of services and prevent disamenity in the development and To ensure consistency with Section 2.14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, and in the interests of orderly development, proper planning and sustainable development. Cultural and Built Heritage 6. Prior to the commencement of any construction works, *The Applicant shall engage the services of a suitably qualified archaeologist to carry out archaeological monitoring at the development site. No sub-surface work shall be undertaken in the absence of the archaeologist without his/her express consent. *Should significant archaeological features be found, any works which would affect them shall cease pending agreement with the National Monument Service as to how they are to be dealt with. *Having completed the work, the archaeologist shall submit a written report to the Planning Authority and to the National Monuments Service of the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht. Where archaeological material/features are shown to be present, preservation in situ, preservation by record (excavation) or monitoring may be required, and this shall be agreed with the National Monuments Service. * All remaining topsoil stripping associated with the proposed development shall be monitored by a suitably qualified archaeologist and works should include a programme of metal detection which will require a licence from the National Monuments Service of the DoHLGH. *The archaeologist is required to notify the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage in writing at least four weeks prior to the commencement of any site preparations. This will allow the archaeologist sufficient time to obtain a licence to carry out the work. *The archaeologist shall excavate additional test trenches, if necessary, at locations chosen by the archaeologist (licensed under the National Monuments Act, 1930, as amended) having consulted the site drawings and geophysical survey results. REASON : To ensure the continued preservation (either in situ or by record) of places, caves, sites, features or other objects of archaeological interest and to ensure that the proposed development is consistent with Section 3.2.4 of the Planning Scheme. Surface Water Drainage 7. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the following requirements: Prior to the commencement of development or at an alternative time as agreed in writing with the Planning Authority in advance of the commencement of development, the Developer shall submit the following for the written approval of the Planning Authority: a) Hydraulic calculations and engineering drawings for the proposed surface water network, representative of the final detailed design and inclusive of the following: * Surface water network calculations and storm simulations for the 1 in 30 and 1 in 100 year event incorporating climate change inclusive of the full contributing catchment area, which are fully commensurate with the surface water design drawings. *Full input data to show the design criteria adopted. *Calculations for the attenuation storage requirements for the 1 in 100 year event incorporating climate change with the runoff rate restricted to 1 l/s/ha. *A final construction surface water management plan. Comprehensive surface water management measures must be implemented at the construction stage to prevent any pollution of local surface waters. Any topsoil or demolition material which is stored on site must have mitigations in place to prevent any deleterious entering the surface water network. Any dewatering of ground water during excavation works must be treated by infiltration over land or into an attenuation area being discharged from site. *The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that interception and treatment of at least 5mm of runoff is provided on the subject site during all phases of the proposed construction and occupation of the development. Surface water runoff from the site shall pass through at least one level of treatment using a SuDS measure prior to discharge into the public realm. *Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant / Developer shall submit a detailed operations and maintenance plan for all the proposed SuDS components for the subject development, inclusive of the attenuation structures, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. *As the subject development relies upon an existing bypass petrol interceptor on the surface water network on third party lands, installed under permission DZ19A/0597, the Applicant / Developer shall ensure that the existing bypass petrol interceptor will be suitably maintained in the long term and in accordance with manufacturer instructions. In this regard, prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant / Developer shall provide a detailed operation and maintenance plan for this existing bypass petrol interceptor that clearly identifies the maintenance requirements for the petrol interceptor including the required frequency of maintenance operations, and confirms a contingency is in place for the Applicant / Developer to undertake maintenance operations on the petrol interceptor, should it become necessary. REASON : In the interests of sustainable development, to ensure long term optimum operation of the surface water management system; to ensure long term optimum operation of the bypass petrol interceptor that will cater for surface water runoff from the subject development; and to comply with the requirements of PI 6 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council’s County Development Plan. 8. With regard to Stormwater Management:- a) A Stormwater Audit shall be carried out at Stage 2 for the detailed design stage in accordance with PI 7 of the Cherrywood Planning scheme. The audit shall be carried out at the Developer’s expense. An independent audit team shall be used and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. The Stage 2 Stormwater Audit reports and feedback forms shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development, unless otherwise agreed.The Stage 2 Stormwater Audit reports shall address any and all phased construction proposals for the development. b) For any proposed partial commissioning of surface water infrastructure associated with any phased construction of the development, interim Stage 3 Stormwater Audits shall be carried out for the post construction / prior to commissioning phases, in accordance with PI 7 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and at phases pre-agreed with the Planning Authority as part of the Stage 2 Audit process. These audits shall be carried out at the Developer’s expense. An independent audit team shall be used and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. c) A Stormwater Audit shall be carried out at Stage 3 for the post construction / prior to commissioning stage in accordance with PI 7 of the Cherrywood Planning scheme. The audit shall be carried out at the Developer’s expense. An independent audit team shall be used and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. The Stage 3 Stormwater Audit reports and feedback forms shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the final commissioning of the full surface water network for the development. REASON:In the interests of sustainable development and to comply with the requirements of PI 7 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 9. The runoff rate from the subject site is to be limited to 1 l/s/ha in accordance with the requirements of PI 8 of the Planning Scheme. Any and all phased construction of the subject development shall also adhere to this requirement for the rate of runoff to be limited to 1 l/s/ha. REASON:In the interests of sustainable development and to comply with the requirements of PI 8 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. Water Supply and Foul Drainage Infrastructure 10. With regard to Water Supply and Foul Drainage Infrastructure, * All water & waste infrastructure required to service this development shall align with Irish Water masterplans for the area. *The Applicant shall sign a connection agreement with Irish Water (IW) prior to any works commencing and connecting to their network (water and wastewater). *All development is to be carried out in compliance with Irish Water Standards codes and practices. *All infrastructure (water and wastewater) shall be designed and installed in accordance with the Irish Water Codes of Practice and Standard Details. REASON : In the interests of sustainable development and in the interests of consistency with PI 4, PI 5 and PI 12 of the Planning Scheme. To ensure agreement with Irish Water for the applicant’s design proposals and to ensure the adequate provision of water and wastewater. Transportation, Movement Strategy and Cycle and Vehicular Parking Modes 11. With regard to Section 4.2.7 Internal Roads, a) Prior to the commencement of development, a Stage 2 Quality Audit (which shall include a Road Safety Audit, Access Audit, Cycle Audit and Walking Audit) shall be carried out for the detailed design stage and shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. The audit shall be carried out at the Applicant/Developer’s expense in accordance with the Design Manual for Urban Roads & Streets (DMURS) guidance and TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) standards. An independent audit team shall be used, and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. The Stage 2 Quality Audit reports shall address any and all phased construction proposals for the development. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that any construction phased stages proposed do not result in adverse safety conditions. c) For any proposed phased construction stages of the development, interim Stage 3 Quality Audits shall be carried out for the post construction stage, at phased stages pre-agreed with the Planning Authority as part of the Stage 2 Quality Audit process. These audits shall be carried out at the Developer’s expense. An independent audit team shall be used, and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that permeable and connecting walking and cycling routes are completed and operational at each construction phase to allow future users of this development to safely access public transport, recreational facilities, schools, retail facilities and other key destinations in Cherrywood. Any identified deficiencies identified by the interim Stage 3 Quality Audits in this regard shall be completed at the developer’s expense to safely link the development site to the existing public transport infrastructure, recreational facilities, schools, retail facilities and other key destinations in Cherrywood. c) A Stage 3 Quality Audit (which shall include a Road Safety Audit, Access Audit, Cycle Audit and Walking Audit) shall be carried out for the post construction stage and shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. The audit shall be carried out at the Developer’s expense in accordance with the Design Manual for Urban Roads & Streets (DMURS) guidance and TII (Transport Infrastructure Ireland) standards. An independent audit team shall be used, and all measures recommended by the Auditor shall be undertaken unless the Planning Authority approves a departure in writing. The Developer shall ensure that permeable and connecting walking and cycling routes are completed and operational to allow future residents of this development to access public transport, recreational facilities, schools, retail facilities and other key destinations in Cherrywood. Any identified deficiencies identified by the Stage 3 Quality Audit in this regard shall be completed at the developer’s expense to link the development site to the existing public transport infrastructure, recreational facilities, schools, retail facilities and other key destinations in Cherrywood. REASON:In the interests of orderly and sustainable development;To allow for pedestrian and cycle permeability; and in the interests of consistency with PI 14 and PI 20 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 12. Prior to the commencement of the development the Applicant/Developer shall provide the detailed pavement design showing the connection to the existing built infrastructure, and detailing any ramps and tactile paving required to provide accessible connections for pedestrians and cyclists along the desire lines from the shared surface pathway into the adjoining development. REASON:In the interests of orderly and sustainable development;To allow for pedestrian and cycle permeability; and in the interests of consistency with PI 14 and PI 20 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 13. A minimum of one car parking space per five car parking spaces shall be equipped with one fully functional EV Charging Point. Ducting for every car parking space shall also be provided to ensure that all car parking spaces are future-proofed for Electric Vehicles. REASON : In the interests of orderly development and proper planning and the sustainable development of the area and for consistency with PI 21 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 14. With regard to PI 22, a) The Applicant/Developer shall provide for the written agreement of the Planning Authority the final design and layout of cycle parking including parking for scooters and cargo bikes prior to the commencement of development or as otherwise agreed. The final design shall outline proposals for cycle parking covering in line with DLRCC standards for cycle parking and associated facilities for new developments. b) Prior to commencement of development or as otherwise agreed, the Applicant/Developer shall submit details for the written agreement of the Planning Authority that clearly demonstrates where additional cycle parking may be implemented within the Park should a demand for such a provision arise in future. REASON : To ensure adequate cycle parking provision for future residents and in the interests of consistency with PI 22 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. UTILITIES INFRASTRUCTURE 15. With regard to Section 4.3.1 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, a) The detailed design of the electricity supply network shall be agreed (in writing) with ESB Networks/ESBI. b) The Applicant / Developer shall adhere with ESB requirements regarding the interface of the subject development with ESB infrastructure throughout the detailed design and construction stages of this development. REASON:In the interests of orderly development the inclusion of infrastructure and connections would avoid subsequent excavation of newly constructed roadway; To ensure that designs shall meet with the current and future requirements ESB Networks/ESBI and to ensure consistency with Section 4.3.1 of the Planning Scheme. GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE 16.The Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: - a)The Applicant/Developer shall retain the services of a qualified Landscape Architect, as his/her Landscape Consultant, throughout the course of the development works, and shall notify the Planning Authority of that appointment in writing prior to the commencement of development. b)The Applicant/Developer shall engage the Landscape Consultant to procure, oversee and supervise the landscape contract for the implementation of the permitted landscape proposals. When all landscape works are inspected and completed to the satisfaction of the Landscape Consultant, he/she shall prepare, sign and submit a Practical Completion Certificate (PCC) to the Planning Authority, as verification that approved landscape plans and specifications have been fully implemented. REASON: To ensure a high-quality public realm and consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and in the interest of proper planning and sustainable development of the area. 17. Prior to commencement of development of the landscape/public realm areas, the Applicant/Developer shall provide the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: Hard landscape plans and construction details for all hard-standing pedestrian, cycling, and vehicular areas (including adjoining footpath and road interfaces), detailing the specifications of all surface/finish materials. In this regard, samples, data sheets and on-site mock-ups of all materials shall be provided for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. Approved control samples must be held, on-site at all times. All surfaces and finishes shall include materials that are consistent with PD 14. In particular, the finishes shall comprise of durable, easily sourced and high-quality materials, comprising of natural stone (or other materials as agreed with the Planning Authority) that harmonise and complement those on the adjoining boundaries of Lehaunstown Park House, Mercers Road (Plot T9), Lehaunstown Lane and the future Beckett Road development. REASON: To ensure consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Specific Objectives PD 14 and GI 7. 18. a)Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall engage the services of a qualified Arborist as an Arboricultural Consultant, for the entire period of construction activity to oversee the tree protection measures and tree removal as outlined in the Tree Survey Report. The Applicant/Developer shall inform the Planning Authority in writing, of the appointment and name of the Consultant. At Practical Completion of the development, the Consultant shall carry out a Post-construction Arboricultural Assessment of all retained trees and submit to the Planning Authority - a signed Arboricultural Completion Certificate stating that all Tree Works have been satisfactorily completed in accordance with his/her recommendations, highlighting any residual concerns arising from the Post-construction Assessment. REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 5.4.7 (Trees & Hedgerows) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and give practical effect to the retention, protection and sustainability of trees during and after construction of the permitted development. 19. a)Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall engage the services of a qualified ecologist as an ecological consultant, for the duration of the works. The Applicant/Developer shall inform the Planning Authority in writing, of this appointment and the name of the Consultant. The Consultant shall ensure the implementation of Section 6 (Assessment of Effects and Mitigation Measures), Section 7 (Compensation) and Section 8 (Enhancement) of the submitted Ecological Impact Assessment, as well as all recommendations within Habitat Management Plan (prepared by Scott Cawley, Consulting Ecologists, dated 22/07/22). REASON: To ensure consistency with Specific Objective GI 46 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 20. Prior to the commencement of landscape works the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: Details of Soft Landscape Design to include detailed Planting Plan and Planting Schedule - stating species/varieties, approximate quantities, sizes, rootball presentation and spacings. Planting mixes should specify a diverse range of species/varieties/cultivars and a diversity of forms and plant sizes (multi-stems, feathered, semi-matures, etc.) using both native and exotic species and pollinator-friendly native species (in accordance with the All-Ireland Pollinator Plan 2015-2020), all designed to provide vegetation that is visually appealing, bio-diverse, and easily managed. This should include management programmes for all proposed trees, shrubs and other vegetation demonstrating long-term continuity and consistency. REASON To ensure consistency with Specific Objective GI 65 and Section 5.5 (Biodiversity) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 21. Prior to the commencement of landscape development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority : Final design details of all play opportunities and facilities (formal and/or informal as appropriate), in respect of design detailing, planting, boundaries, equipment and safety surface, in accordance with Section 4.7.1, 4.7.2, and 4.7.3 of the Amenity Space Guidance Document. All proposed equipment and ancillaries shall include specifications for the same and proof that all equipment conforms to European Standards EN 1176-1-11 and EN 1177 Playground equipment and surfacing, and to BS/EN standards 2017/18 for Playground Installations for HIC (Head Injury Criterion) and CFH (Critical Fall Height). REASON : to ensure quality play provision in compliance with best practice and reputable guidance; and GI 72 and GI 73 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Sections 4.6.3, 4.7.1 and 4.7.2 of the Cherrywood Amenity Space Guidance Document. 22. Upon completion of all proposed play spaces, the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: A play map in GIS format which details all play provision provided for, in accordance with Section 4.6.3 and Section 4.7.2 of the Cherrywood Amenity Space Guidance Document. A post-installation Practical Completion Certificate, in accordance with the requirements and guidelines of the Royal Society for the Prevention of Accidents (RoSPA). The Certificate shall be prepared and signed by a suitably qualified (RoSPA-approved), technical professional with expertise and experience in playground design and playground health and safety. REASON: to ensure the provision and construction of safe, quality play provision in compliance with best practice and reputable guidance; and GI 72 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Sections 4.6.3, 4.7.1 & 4.7.2 of the Cherrywood Amenity Space Guidance Document. 23. Prior to the commencement of landscape development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: Details, specifications and samples for all boundaries, interfaces and transitions between private space, communal space and public space having regard to the need to ensure a coherent and complementary palette of materials and finishes across the application site. REASON: To ensure consistency with Specific Objectives GI 8, GI 76 and PD 14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS 24. No development on foot of this permission shall commence until security for the provision and satisfactory completion of Lehaunstown Park in accordance with the plans and particulars lodged with the application and to Local Authority standards has been given by: a) Lodgement with the County Council of an approved Insurance Company Bond in the sum of €150,000.00 which shall be kept in force by the developer until such time as Beckett Park is completed to the satisfaction of the County Council or: b) Lodgement with the County Council of a cash sum of €150,000.00 million to be applied by the County Council at its absolute discretion if the park is not completed to its satisfaction and to standard specifications. REASON: To ensure that a ready sanction may be available to the County Council to induce the provision of services and prevent disamenity in the development. NOTE 1: The proposed development shall accord with the requirements of Irish Water. NOTE 2: The attention of the applicant is drawn to Section 34(13) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, which relates as follows- ‘A person shall not be entitled solely by reason of a permission under this section to carry out any development’. NOTE 3: The Applicant is advised that all/any requirements of Inland Fisheries Ireland shall be ascertained and strictly adhered to. NOTE 4: The Applicant is advised that all/any requirements of Transport Infrastructure Ireland shall be ascertained and strictly adhered to. ## Nearby applications - [REF20225](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/REF20225.md): Lehaunstown Park House, Laughanstown, Co Dublin, (A Protected Structure). Granted (23 Jan 2026). Minor internal changes to the stable building at Lehaunstown Park House, a protected structure. - [DZ23A/0359](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0359.md): Lehaunstown Park House, Lehaunstown Co Dublin. Granted (17 May 2024). Restores Lehaunstown Park House and its tower house, converts the stables to shops, and builds a large garden centre. - [D06A/1016](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-1016.md): Townland of Laughanstown, Cherrywood, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin.. Granted (28 Nov 2006). Builds a 110 kV ESB electrical transformer station in Laughanstown. - [DZ19A/0597](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ19A-0597.md): Development Area 8 -Tully, Cherrywood SDZ, Includes the Res 2 plots ''T9'' and ''T10''. Granted (11 Mar 2020). 184 new homes, mainly houses plus two small apartment blocks, on plots T9 and T10 in Tully. - [DZ26B/0186/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26B-0186-WEB.md): 4 Mercer Row,Laughanstown, Dublin 18, D18XH7P. Granted (25 May 2026). Three new roof windows added to the front of a house on Mercer Row. - [DZ26B/0153/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26B-0153-WEB.md): 4 Mercer Row, Laughanstown, Dublin, D18XH7P. Refused or withdrawn (19 Mar 2026). Three new roof windows added to the front of a house on Mercer Row. - [DZ26A/0579/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0579-WEB.md): Castle Street (M5), Laughanstown, Dublin 18 (Development Area 7 Macnebury - Res2 Plot). More information requested (22 Sep 2026). 40 new homes, mostly 3-bed two-level apartments, off Castle Street in Macnebury. - [DZ23A/0443](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0443.md): Lands in the townlands of Laughanstown, Dublin 18, (Lands within 'Development Area 7- Macnebury', including part of the Res 2 plot known as 'M4, located West & South of Castle Street, south of Lehaunstown Lane and North of Bishop Street. Granted (7 Nov 2023). Changes a condition so 66 permitted homes in Macnebury can be occupied before the Cherrywood Avenue/Beckett Road underpass is built. - [DZ21A/1085](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-1085.md): Lands of Laughanstown, Dublin 18, (Lands within 'Development Area 7- Macnebury', M4, located West & South of Castle Street, south of Lehaunstown Lane and North of Bishop Street. Granted (2 Dec 2022). Builds 65 three-bed homes in five three-storey blocks in Macnebury, west of Castle Street. - [DZ21A/0699](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-0699.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (23 Sep 2021). Smaller first-floor bathroom windows on 33 permitted houses in Tully. - [DZ20A/0552](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0552.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18,. Granted (11 Mar 2021). 163 new homes, mostly houses, between Castle Street and Tully Park. - [DZ22A/0820](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0820.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood,, Dublin 18. Granted (12 Dec 2022). Makes minor changes to the already-permitted 168-home scheme in Tully, swapping the designs of 12 houses and altering some roofs. - [DZ22A/0403](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0403.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (22 Jul 2022). Makes minor changes to the already-permitted 168-home scheme in Tully, swapping the designs of 12 houses and altering some roofs. - [DZ18A/0458](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ18A-0458.md): on lands (c.0.74 HA) in the townland of Laughanstown, Dublin 18 (Development Area 8 - Tully). Granted (11 Jul 2018). Builds a new primary school with 24 classrooms plus a special needs unit, south-west of Tully Park. - [DZ23A/0455](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0455.md): Area 8 (Tully) Cherrywood SDZ Lands, Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (27 Oct 2023). Amends a permitted Tully housing scheme to provide 5 three-bed houses on Mercer's Road in place of 5 homes dropped by condition. - [DZ25A/0044/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0044-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown, and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (10 Jul 2025). Amends a permitted Lehaunstown scheme to add a storey to two buildings, taking it from 492 to 517 homes, with fewer car spaces. - [DZ21A/0334](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-0334.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (7 Apr 2022). 482 new homes, mostly apartments in five blocks up to 5 storeys, beside Barrington's Road and the Luas in Lehaunstown. - [DZ21A/1038](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-1038.md): site 1.85 ha at Castle Street and Bishop Street, Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (8 Nov 2022). Builds a new 1,000-pupil secondary school at Castle Street and Bishop Street, Cherrywood. - [DZ26A/0580/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0580-WEB.md): Bishop Street (M3a), Laughanstown, Dublin 18 (Development Area 7 Macnebury - Res3 Plot). More information requested (22 Sep 2026). 32 new homes, mostly 3-bed two-level apartments, off Bishop Street in Macnebury. - [DZ22A/0623](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0623.md): On Lands Development ,Plot T 11, Area 8 (Tully), Cherrywood SDZ, Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (18 Jan 2023). 49 new houses on plot T11 west of Castle Street in Tully. - [DZ17A/0172](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ17A-0172.md): Site in the townlands of Laughanstown and Tiknick, Shankill, Co. Dublin. Granted (13 Apr 2017). Lets two existing 110 kV overhead power lines in Laughanstown and Tiknick stay for five more years. - [DZ16A/0995](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ16A-0995.md): Laughanstown and Tiknick, Shankill, Co. Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (22 Feb 2017). ESB seeks to keep two existing 110kV overhead power lines near Cherrywood substation for another five years. - [DZ22A/0770](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0770.md): On Lands Development Area 8 (Tully), Cherrywood SDZ, Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (22 Mar 2023). 71 homes, a crèche, shops and a community room on plot T11 west of Castle Street in Tully village centre. - [DZ26A/0750/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0750-WEB.md): Unit B, Mercer Way, Tully Village Centre West, Dublin 18, D18C58F. Refused or withdrawn (7 Oct 2026). Combines two permitted shop units at Tully Village Centre into one convenience store with an off-licence. - [DZ20A/0585](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0585.md): on a site in the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (2 Jun 2021). A temporary sales and marketing suite with 8 parking spaces for just under 5 years off Gun and Drum Hill Road. - [DZ26A/0052/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0052-WEB.md): Townland of Laughanstown, Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (24 Mar 2026). Makes minor layout and landscaping changes to a permitted Tully housing scheme, moving bin stores to the front of the two-level homes. - [DZ25A/0014/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0014-WEB.md): Townlands of Laughanstown & Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (3 Mar 2025). Amends the permitted Tully village centre (plot T1) to shrink the basement, cutting car parking from 210 to 157 spaces. - [DZ23A/0106](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0106.md): Lands in the Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (22 Sep 2023). A village centre at Tully with a supermarket, shops, cafés and 139 build-to-rent apartments in two blocks of 3–5 storeys. - [DZ21A/1042](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-1042.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (30 May 2022). 122 new homes, a mix of houses, two-level units and apartments, beside Tully Park and Lehaunstown Lane. - [DZ17A/0161](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ17A-0161.md): Lands (site area c.0.95ha) in the townland of Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (12 Dec 2017). Sets up a temporary concrete plant for 7 years to supply the building of Cherrywood. - [DZ20A/0946](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0946.md): Lands known as Tully Park (c12.9HA), Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (18 Feb 2021). Revises part of the permitted Tully Park, moving the café kiosk, redesigning the playground and adding a raised boardwalk. - [DZ15A/0813](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ15A-0813.md): Laughanstown, Dublin 18, (Tully Park). Granted (13 Jul 2016). Creates Tully Park, a 12.9-hectare public park with a playground, café kiosk and nature trails. - [DZ26A/0151/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0151-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, in Cherrywood, Dublin 18.. Granted (24 Jun 2026). 188 new homes, a mix of apartments, two-level units and houses, beside Tully Park off Bishop Street. - [DZ22A/0133](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0133.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (22 Nov 2022). Builds 163 homes, a mix of apartments, triplexes, maisonettes and houses, beside Tully Park. - [DZ24A/0696/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-0696-WEB.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (29 Oct 2024). Amends a permitted Tully scheme to add 4 apartments by raising part of Apartment Building 1 to 4 storeys. - [DZ25A/0325/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0325-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (15 Jan 2026). 121 apartments in two blocks of 3 to 5 storeys off Cherrywood Avenue in Macnebury. - [DZ25A/0102/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0102-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown, in Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (26 May 2025). Amends a permitted 200-apartment scheme in Macnebury to drop its basement and cut car parking from 241 to 160 spaces. - [DZ24A/1024/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-1024-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, in Cherrywood,, Dublin 18. Granted (1 May 2025). Amends a permitted Macnebury apartment scheme to cut car parking from 312 to 213 spaces and add bike, bin and storage buildings, with no change to the homes. - [DZ25A/0008/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0008-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, in Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (6 Feb 2025). Amends a permitted 200-apartment scheme in Macnebury to drop its basement and cut car parking from 241 to 160 spaces. - [DZ24A/1016/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-1016-WEB.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, in Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (3 Jan 2025). Amends a permitted Macnebury development by removing its basement and cutting car parking from 241 to 160 spaces. - [DZ24A/0017](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-0017.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood, Macnebury - Development Area 7 - Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (11 Jun 2024). 200 apartments in three blocks of 4 to 5 storeys off Cherrywood Avenue in Macnebury. - [DZ23A/0811](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0811.md): In the Townlands of Laughanstown and Cherrywood. Macnebury, Development Area 7 , Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (4 Jan 2024). 200 apartments in three blocks of 4 to 5 storeys off Cherrywood Avenue in Macnebury. - [DZ22A/1021](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-1021.md): Lands within Development Area 7 - Macnebury, including part of the Res 3 plot known as M1 located south of Bishop Street, west of Cherrywood Avenue, east and north of the proposed Beckett Road, Laughanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (27 Jun 2023). 283 new homes, mostly apartments in four blocks of 4–5 storeys, plus a crèche, south of Bishop Street in Macnebury. - [DZ21A/0664](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-0664.md): Site in the Townlands of, Laughanstown, Brennanstown and Cherrywood, Dublin 18. Granted (5 May 2022). 47 apartments in a 4-storey block off Castle Street in Tully. ## Links - [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0550) - [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/93687) - [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._