# Planning application DZ22A/0729 > Townlands of, Laughanstown, Brennanstown and, Cherrywood, Dublin 18, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (22 Sep 2023). - **Reference:** DZ22A/0729 - **Address:** Townlands of, Laughanstown, Brennanstown and, Cherrywood, Dublin 18 - **Status:** Granted (22 Sep 2023) - **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION - **Application type:** Permission (SDZ) - **Applicant:** LSREF V Eden T3 Limited - **Lodged:** 29 Aug 2023 - **Decided:** 22 Sep 2023 - **Location (lat, lng):** 53.249327, -6.158109 ## Proposal 57no. residential dwellings (total gross floor area of c.4,842.4 sqm) in a mixture of houses and duplexes, in a range of buildings 2 to 3 storeys in height on a development tile (T3) of approximately 1.14 Ha comprising of the following: - 21no. 2 storey houses, consisting of 9no. 2 bedroom houses, 8no. 3 bedroom houses and 4no. 4 bedroom houses. - 36no. duplexes, all 3 bedroom, accommodated in 3 storey buildings. - private communal amenity open space (c. 435 sq m) - a 10m wide ecological buffer alongside Lehaunstown Lane; - provision of internal road network including new road carriageways, pedestrian and cycle facilities; - the provision of 85no. surface level car parking spaces, as well as Ino. car share and Ino. set down space. - 114no. cycle parking spaces; - 2no. motorcycle spaces; - all associated and ancillary site development and infrastructural works, including the provision of bike stores and bin stores, ESB substation / switch room, hard and soft landscaping and boundary treatment works. The proposed development also includes minor amendments to development permitted under DZ15A/0758, DZ20A/0399 and DZ21A/0664 Vehicular access serving the proposed development is via a single new proposed entrance off the existing/permitted Gun and Drum Hill Road and utilises the existing/permitted roads including the wider Phase 1 Roads permitted under DZ15A/0758, including Grand Parade. The development proposed will also utilise the extension of Castle Street westwards to the Ticknick Stream, together with a temporary bus turn back facility and a temporary attenuation pond all in Development Area 3 - Priorsland and its associated drainage connections in the T2 tile (each already permitted and under construction under Reg. DZ20A/0399). The application also provides for the use of existing roads at Gun and Drum Hill Road, Grand Parade, (both permitted and under construction under Reg. Ref. DZ15A/0758) and the existing Valley Drive and the Wyattville Link Road. The total area of the planning application site amounts to approximately 8.34Ha. ## In plain English 57 new homes, houses and 3-bed two-level apartments, off Gun and Drum Hill Road in Tully. - **57** homes - **85** car parking spaces - **114** bicycle spaces - **1.14** hectare site ### What's planned A housing scheme of about **4,842** sq.m on tile T3 (about **1.14** hectares), in buildings of **2** to **3** storeys. ### Residential **21** two-storey houses (**9** two-bed, **8** three-bed, **4** four-bed) and **36** three-bed two-level units in 3-storey buildings. ### Transport **85** surface car spaces plus a car-share and a drop-off space, **114** bicycle spaces and **2** motorcycle spaces. A single new entrance off Gun and Drum Hill Road. ### Environment A **10**m ecological buffer along Lehaunstown Lane and about **435** sq.m of shared open space. _This summary was written by AI from the proposal text. Check the council record before relying on it._ ## Conditions ### Condition 2 First Schedule Reasons & Considerations Having regard to the residential land use as set out in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, as amended, and the policies and objectives as set out in the 2022-2028 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan, it is considered that the development would not detract from the amenities of the area and is therefore considered to be in accordance with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area Subject to Conditions. Appropriate Assessment (AA) Screening The revised details as contained in the SFI submission received on the 29/08/2023 are noted. Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, as clarified by way of Further Information received on 29/08/2023, it has been determined that the proposed development would not significantly impact upon a Natura 2000 Site. Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) Screening The nature and scale of the proposed development is considered below the thresholds for mandatory EIA. Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, which comprises of a development of 55 no. houses and ancillary works in a fully serviced urban location, as clarified by way of Further Information received on 29/08/2023, it is considered that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development and the need for environmental impact assessment is not required. Second Schedule Conditions 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 Further Information received on 29th August 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, or any other person with an interest in the land to which the application relates, shall comply with requirements of Part V, Section 96 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, and in accordance with agreement to be reached with the County Council's Housing Department, unless the Applicant shall have applied for and been granted an exemption certificate under Section 97 of the Planning & Development Act, 2000, as amended. In this regard, the Applicant shall submit a detailed submission to include, inter alia, existing and development use land values, construction, development and any attributable costs associated with the development. REASON : To comply with Part V of the Planning and Development Act, 2000, as amended. 3. With regard to the Regulation of Commercial Institutional Investment in Housing, Guidelines for Planning Authorities, July 2023, a) Prior to the commencement of the development as permitted, the Applicant or any person with an interest in the land shall enter into an agreement with the Planning Authority (such agreement must specify the number and location of each housing unit), pursuant to Section 47 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, as amended, that restricts all residential units permitted to first occupation by individual purchasers i.e. those not being a corporate entity, and/or by those eligible for the occupation of social and/or affordable housing, including cost rental housing. b) An agreement pursuant to Section 47 shall be applicable (i) for the period of duration of the planning permission or (ii) from the date of commencement of the duration of the planning permission until the date on which the last residential unit the subject of the section 47 agreement has been transferred to an individual purchaser, whichever is the later, except where after not less than two years from the date of completion of each housing unit, it is demonstrated to the satisfaction of the planning authority that it has it has not been possible to transact each of the residential units for use by individual purchasers and/or to those eligible for the occupation of social and/or affordable housing, including cost rental housing. c) The determination of the Planning Authority as required in (b) shall be subject to receipt by the Planning and Housing Authority of satisfactory documentary evidence from the Applicant or any person with an interest in the land regarding the sales and marketing of the specified residential units, in which case the Planning Authority shall confirm in writing to the Developer or any person with an interest in the land, that the Section 47 agreement has been terminated and that the requirement of this planning condition has been discharged in respect of each specified housing unit. d) For the avoidance of doubt, the definition of 'houses and duplex units' in this condition is as per the definition set out in the Ministerial Planning Guidelines under Section 28 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended), Regulation of Commercial Institutional Investment in Housing, namely, i. A house, defined as not including a building designed for use or used as two or more dwellings or a flat, an apartment or other dwelling within such a building, and, ii. A duplex unit, defined as a dwelling within a building designed for use as two individual dwellings and/or on one shared plot, with separate entrances. REASON : To restrict new housing development to use by persons of a particular class or description in order to ensure an adequate choice and supply of housing, including affordable housing, in the common good. SEQUENCING & PHASING 4. Prior to the commencement of any development works, Gun and Drum Hill shall be fully constructed to a taking in charge standard as permitted under Roads Phase 1 DZ15A/0758. REASON: To enable construction access to the subject development and to ensure consistency with Section 2.14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 5.(a) With regard to Roads Phase 1: Junction at A, roads I1-A-A1-B-L-P2-C-D-D1-K1-K-F1-J-A2-A1 and road B-A2, Residential units shall not be occupied prior to the completion of Roads Phase 1: Junction at A, roads I1-A-A1-B-L-P2-C-D-D1-K1-K-F1-J-A2-A1 and road B-A2 (provided by permission DZ15A/0758 and as amended by DZ17A/0862) to Taking in Charge Standard and at such time when the roads are made available to the public. (b) The road network elements as permitted under DZ15A/0758 that have not been Taken In Charge and which serve the proposed development for construction and occupation access, shall not be a public road and shall remain as a private road until such time as Taken in Charge by the Planning Authority in accordance with DZ15A/0758 and DZ17A/0862. REASON: To ensure consistency with the Phasing and Sequencing requirements of Cherrywood Planning Scheme Table 7.3 Transportation Infrastructure, to ensure that the road materials and specifications meet with the requirements of the Planning Authority and in the interests of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. 6. Upon receipt of formal communication from the Planning Authority that confirms the commissioning and commencement of operation of Regional Attenuation Pond 2A, the Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: (i) a detailed schedule and Method Statement for the prompt re-routing of attenuated surface water from the subject development to Pond 2A, including the proposed construction of a new back drop manhole on the existing 450mm dia. surface water sewer on Barrington's Road; (ii) the subsequent decommissioning of the temporary regional pond and associated infrastructure inclusive of pipework, headwalls and pond maintenance access route; and (iii) the full reinstatement of the development plot on which the temporary pond is located. All works to enable the re-routing of attenuated surface water from the subject development to Pond 2A, the decommissioning of the temporary regional pond and its associated infrastructure, and the full reinstatement of the development plot on which the temporary pond is located, shall be carried out wholly at the developer's expense. REASON: In order to ensure that the proposed development is consistent with the Planning Scheme and in the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. 7. 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). 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. URBAN FORM AND DEVELOPMENT OBJECTIVES 8. Within six months of the occupation of any of the residential units that are the subject of this planning permission, a creche facility (permanent or temporary) on lands within the applicant's ownership shall be constructed and made available within Development Area (DA) 8 Tully and/or Development Area (DA)1 Lehaunstown of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme 2014 (as amended). REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 2.3.3. (Childcare) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended), Ministerial Guidelines, and in the interests of proper planning and sustainable development. 9. Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall provide, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: a) Details of the proposed external design/finishes of all buildings including; balconies, ESB kiosks, bike parking structures, Bin Stores, in the form of samples and on-site mockups. b) The external finishes of buildings shall include materials that are: • of high quality, durable, sustainable and attractive, • at ground floor, comprise of durable and high-quality materials including brick, • ensure harmony and visual coherence in the built environment yet articulating interest to avoid monolithic and bulky facades along the perimeter elevations, with particular attention to the upper floors, • be practical to source, erect, replace, and maintain, and meet the user specification and standards, including those relating to environmental sustainability and wellness. REASON: To ensure consistency with Objectives PD 9, PD 12, PD 14 and PD 19 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 10. Prior to commencement of development the Applicant/Developer shall submit, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, revised floor plans and elevations of unit types, 'E2l', 'Ka', 'Kb' and 'La' that provide for additional windows in the gable elevations of all four unit types and in a manner that will increase passive surveillance whilst maintaining consistency with the requirements of the Design Standards for New Apartments Guidelines for Planning Authorities (July 2023). REASON: In the interests of visual amenity, placemaking and safety and to ensure consistency with Specific Objective DA 50 and Section 2.8 (Urban Form) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended). 11. The western gable elevation (Elevation 3) of the Type E1n/E2n duplex pair and the eastern gable elevation (Elevation 3) of the Type Lb house (Urban Agency drawing Nos. PP-307 & PP-209 received on 29 August 2023) shall be finished from ground to roof level in brickwork to match their respective south eastern elevations. REASON: In the interest of visual amenity and durability and to ensure consistency with PD 14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended) 12. All fenestration along facades identified on Figure 1 of AWN Consulting Technical Note received on 20th August 2023 (Type KA House, Type La/Lb/L Houses and Type E Duplex Units), shall be finished with acoustic glazing. Acoustic ventilation shall also be installed in the corresponding dwellings including ground floor and upper floor duplex units. Such measures shall be installed in accordance with the recommendations of said technical note and the AWN Acoustic Report received on 2nd November 2022. REASON: In the interest of visual amenity and durability and to ensure consistency with PD 14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended) 13. Prior to the first occupation of development, or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: Details of external way-finding and directional signage, including full details of the location and content including background colour, lettering typeface, logos and colour. Signage materials shall be high quality, modern and durable, and respect the proportions and design of the surrounding building. The Applicant/Developer shall have due regard to the Cherrywood Wayfinding & Directional Signage Strategy 2021. REASON: In the interests of visual amenity and clarity and to ensure consistency with Specific Objective H6, PD30 and PD32 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 14. An acceptable street naming and dwelling unit numbering scheme (in both Irish and English) shall be submitted for written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the first marketing of development or the first erection of any advertising hoardings on site, whichever comes first. In this regard, the use of street names reflecting local place names or local history would be acceptable. REASON: To ensure consistency with Specific Objectives H6 and PD32 of the Planning Scheme, and in the interests of orderly development, proper planning and sustainable development. ARCHAEOLOGY & BUILT HERITAGE 15. The Applicant/Developer shall undertake the archaeological mitigation set out in Section 5.2 'Mitigation' of the Archaeological Assessment report prepared by IAC Archaeology submitted with the application. (a) The Applicant shall engage the services of a suitably qualified archaeologist to carry out pre-development mitigation at the site. No sub-surface work shall be undertaken in the absence of the archaeologist without his/her express consent. (b) 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 site preparations. This will allow the archaeologist sufficient time to obtain a licence to carry out the work. (c) 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 Housing, Local Government and Heritage. Where archaeological material/features are shown to be present, preservation in situ, preservation by record (excavation) or monitoring may be required. REASON: To ensure the continued preservation (either in situ or by record) of places, caves, sites, features or other objects of archaeological interest. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 16. 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 Construction and Demolition Resource Waste Management Plan (RWMP), 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 and occupation of the development. (b) Prior to the commencement of development, the applicant/developer shall submit 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. (c) 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. (d) 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. (e) 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. (f) 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. (g) 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. (h) 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 occupation of the final phase 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. (i) Prior to the commencement of the proposed site works noise, vibration and dust monitoring stations are to be installed and maintained to provide continuous monitoring to measure and record the impact of site activities on local receptors. Noise monitoring to demonstrate compliance with the recommendations contained in BS 5228 shall be installed, monitored and reported on at weekly intervals by a suitable qualified specialist company for the duration of the contract. All monitoring data to be compiled into a weekly technical monitoring report which shall identify remedial measures where levels exceed relevant limit values. (j) A programme of continuous dust monitoring shall be carried out by the developer at dust sensitive locations adjacent to the site boundaries and shall be made available to the local authority on an agreed basis and/or on request. Set up monitory points at any dust sensitive locations to measure total dust deposition rates. The amount of dust deposited anywhere outside the proposed development, when averaged over a 30-day period, should not exceed: • 130mg/m2 per day when measured according to the BS method which takes account of insoluble components only, or • 350mg/m2 per day when measured according to TA Luft, which includes both soluble and insoluble matter. (EPA compliance monitoring is based on the TALuft method). REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 2.14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, and in the interests of orderly development, proper planning and sustainable development. WATER SUPPLY AND FOUL DRAINAGE 17. (a) All water & wastewater infrastructure required to service this development shall align with the relevant masterplan for the Cherrywood SDZ area. (b) At connection application stage, the Applicant shall demonstrate that the design is in compliance with Cherrywood Planning Scheme and that all relevant core water and wastewater infrastructures within the Zone have adequate capacity, integrity and connectivity with Irish Water networks (water and wastewater). (c) The Applicant shall sign a connection agreement with Irish Water prior to any works commencing and connecting to their network (water and wastewater). (d) All development is to be carried out in compliance with Irish Water Standards codes and practices. (e) All infrastructure (water and wastewater) should be designed and installed in accordance with the Irish Water Codes of Practice and Standard Details. (f) Any upgrade and utility connection works and subsequent reinstatement works to existing Cherrywood Common Infrastructure as proposed by the subject application will be at the Applicant/Developer's expense. All reinstatement works to existing Cherrywood common infrastructure shall accord with permitted infrastructure designs under DZ15A/0758 and as extended by DZ15A/0758/E. An independent monitoring engineer shall oversee any upgrade works and utility connections to Cherrywood Common Infrastructure. (g) The Applicant/Developer shall provide the design details of the connection to the existing foul sewer manhole as permitted under DZ20A/0399. 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 and to ensure agreement with Irish Water on design proposals and to ensure the adequate provision of water and wastewater. SURFACE WATER DRAINAGE 18. (a) Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written approval of the Planning Authority: (i) Full detailed design of the surface water drainage infrastructure shall be submitted and agreed with the Planning Authority, including full detail for the surface water network at ground level and connection to the storm water attenuation system. The detailed design shall include full detailed design for all SuDS components for the development, including full detail of interception volumes provided, with calculations in tabular format. This detailed design for surface water infrastructure, including SuDS measures, shall correspond with all landscape and architectural design proposals. (ii) An operations and maintenance plan for the proposed SuDS components, inclusive of the attenuation structures. (iii) A detailed Stormwater Management Plan for the construction phase of the subject development. (iv) Detailed design hydraulic calculations (microdrainage or similar), including area allocations and design input details and results, for the entire development. (v) Proposals that outline how, in the event of blockage or exceedance, storm water will be isolated from the foul network and how exceedance flows will be managed within the development site boundary as per the requirements of GDSDS Table 6.3. (b) Surface Water discharge from the subject development shall be limited to 1 l/s/ha.All phased construction and occupation of the subject development shall also adhere to this requirement for the rate of runoff to be limited to 1l/s/ha. (c) Prior to the commencement of development, the applicant shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority the full detailed design, inclusive of engineering layouts and sections, for the additional temporary pond on the P7 plot permitted under this subject application to achieve an increase in treatment capacity for the temporary pond on the P7 plot permitted under DZ20A/0399. As part of the detailed design submission, the applicant shall outline all operation and maintenance proposals for the temporary pond. A maintenance plan is to be prepared in agreement with the Planning Authority (Municipal Services Department) and will contain a methodology that will ensure satisfactory water quality discharge to the watercourse and a discharge rate from the entire temporary pond that does not exceed 1 l/s/ha, as per the requirements of the Planning Scheme. The works detailed in the agreed temporary pond Maintenance Plan will be carried out by the Developer, wholly at the Developer's expense, until such time as the surface water flows from the development are re-routed to Pond 2A and the entire temporary regional pond is decommissioned by the Developer. A full decommissioning method statement and timeline for the additional temporary pond that accords with the decommissioning proposals related to the temporary pond on the P7 plot permitted under DZ20A/0399 shall be provided by the Applicant/Developer. The Developer shall ensure that the additional temporary pond is accessible at all times to Local Authority staff for the duration of its operation. (d) Prior to the occupation of the first unit of this development, the additional temporary pond on the P7 plot permitted under this subject application shall be fully constructed, commissioned and operational. REASON: In the interests of sustainable development, to ensure long term optimum operation of the surface water management system; and to comply with the requirements of PI 6 and PI 8 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 19. (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 and occupation proposals for the development. (b) For any proposed partial commissioning of surface water infrastructure associated with any phased construction /occupation 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. 20. All trees planted in/adjacent to hard paved areas shall incorporate tree root structural cell systems unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. REASON: In the interests of sustainable development and to comply with the requirements of PI 10 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. TRANSPORTATION & MOVEMENT 21. (a) 82 no. residential car parking spaces inclusive of a car sharing space are permitted for the subject development as per designs submitted within this application. A minimum of 1 (one) residential car parking space shall be provided for the residential units permitted under this application and shall be clearly marked as attaching to a particular unit. Remaining car parking spaces unallocated to specific units shall be utilised by residents of/visitors to the subject development permitted under this application only, shall not be sold separately or let to any other persons or businesses unattached to the development as permitted under this application, and shall be managed accordingly by the development's management company. (b) A car parking management strategy, inclusive of drawings, shall be prepared by the Applicant/Developer and submitted for agreement, in writing, to the Planning Authority prior to the occupation of any development proposed by this application. This car parking management strategy shall include a comprehensive car parking operation and monitoring regime which clearly shows the provision and operation of the residential car parking for the proposed development and how the residential car parking will be managed to restrict car parking within the subject development to residents and/or visitors to the development only. In addition, this car parking management strategy shall set out the proposed operation and monitoring regime for the development's car sharing space. (c) A minimum of one car parking space per five car parking spaces shall be equipped with one fully functional EV Charging Point, in accordance with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and the Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council County Development Plan 2022-2028. 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 the Cherrywood Planning Scheme PI 21. 22. To ensure that the future sustainable targets as set out in Table 4.1 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme are achieved, the Travel Plan for this development is to be reviewed on an Annual Basis. This review should include updated annual travel surveys of resident's mode share, a review of available sustainable infrastructure to inform the mode share targets and to develop SMART measures for the development on site. This updated report should be submitted to the Area Wide Travel Plan Coordinator for review and comments and any actions arising from the review are to be then implemented by the nominated Travel Plan Coordinator. REASON: In order to ensure that the proposed development is consistent with the Planning Scheme and in the interest of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area. 23. (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 and occupation proposals for the development. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that the construction / occupation phased stages proposed do not result in adverse safety conditions for future residents. (b) For any proposed phased construction /occupation stages of the development, interim Stage 3 Quality Audits shall be carried out for the post construction / prior to occupation stages, 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 / occupation phase to allow future residents 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) Prior to the final occupation stage of the development in its entirety, 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 / prior to occupation 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. 24. Footpaths within the subject development shall maintain a minimum unobstructed width of 2m for pedestrians. REASON: To allow for pedestrian permeability and in the interests of consistency with Section 4.2.7 and PI 20 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 25. (a) It is a requirement under Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council's County Development Plan 2022-2028 that new residential developments of 5 residential units or more submit a Cycle Audit as part of the planning process. Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority a Cycle Audit prepared by a suitably qualified person that clearly demonstrates, in plan format, how all the requirements of Council's Standards for Cycle Parking and Associated Cycling Facilities for New Developments, are met within the development as per the requirements of Section 12.4.6.1 of the DLRCC County Development Plan 2022-2028. (b) The subject development shall be operated under a comprehensive cycle parking operation and monitoring regime to be developed by the Applicant/Developer and the appointed Management Company which clearly outlines how the operation and maintenance for the development's cycle parking will be implemented and managed, including how demand for cycle parking will be monitored. This cycle parking management strategy shall also outline how provisions for a future additional demand will be implemented by the Applicant/Developer/Operator if required. REASON: In the interests of orderly development and proper planning and the sustainable development of the area and for consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme PI 22 and Section 12.4.6.1 of the DLRCC County Development Plan 2022-2028. UTILITIES 26. (a) The detailed design of the electricity supply network shall be agreed (in writing) with ESB Networks/ESBI. (b) The detailed design of the telecoms network shall be agreed (in writing) with the telecoms providers. (c) The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that adequate separation distances are provided within the development between utility service ducts and surface water, water and foul and public lighting infrastructure to ensure access for future operation and maintenance activities as may be required. (d) The Applicant shall note that any works required within the existing roadway including connections to existing infrastructure is at the expense of the Applicant/Developer in accordance with ESB networks and telecoms providers, and that road reinstatement shall be completed to the standard as permitted under DZ15A/0758 and extended by DZ15A/0758 E. 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 Telecoms providers and to ensure consistency with Section 4.3.1 and PI 26 of the Planning Scheme. WASTE MANAGEMENT 27. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that the measures outlined within the submitted Operational Waste Management Plan are fully implemented and ensure the correct management of waste storage areas and collection as outlined within this plan. REASON: In the interests of orderly and sustainable development; and in the interests of consistency with PI 32 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE, ECOLOGY, LANDSCAPING & PLAY 28. The Applicant/Developer shall provide 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. 29. 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: - (a) 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. (b) 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 Beckett Park, Castle Street, and Mercer Road (Plot T9). REASON: To ensure consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Objectives PD 14 and GI 7. 30. The north-south orientated concrete surface footpath permitted under this planning permission on the western Village Centre/T1 boundary of the application site (as per Cunnane Stratton Reynold Drawing 22118-2-101 received on 29 August 2023), shall be completed and open for pedestrian movement along its entirety, prior to the occupation of any dwelling permitted under this permission or prior to the occupation of any development permitted within the adjacent Village Centre (T1) development under DZ23A/0106, whichever is the sooner. REASON: In the interest of clarity, orderly development and consistency with Specific Objectives PI 20 and G 34 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended). 31. Open and universally accessible pedestrian permeability links (2 no. total) shall be provided along the north-south orientated concrete surface footpath permitted under this planning permission on the western Village Centre/T1 boundary of the application site (as per Cunnane Stratton Reynold Drawing 22118-2-101 received on 29 August 2023). These permeability links shall provide direct pedestrian access to (1) 'Communal Open Space A' between House KA and Duplex Pair E1i/E2 and (2) to the footpath area between Duplex Pairs E1h/E2h and E1i/E2i. REASON: In the interest of pedestrian permeability, universal accessibility and consistency with Specific Objectives PI 20 and G 34 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended). 32. The east-west orientated shared route greenway permitted under this planning permission between Castle Street and Lehaunstown Lane (as per Cunnane Stratton Reynold Drawing 22118-2-101 received on 29 August 2023) shall be completed and open for pedestrian and cyclist movement along its entirety, prior to the occupation of any dwelling permitted under this planning permission or prior to the occupation of any development permitted within the adjacent Village Centre (T1) development under DZ23A/0106, whichever is the sooner. REASON: In the interest of clarity, orderly development and consistency with Specific Objectives PI 20 and G 34 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended). 33. (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. The Applicant/Developer shall inform the Planning Authority in writing, of the appointment and name of the Consultant. (b) 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 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. 34. (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. (b) The Consultant shall ensure the implementation of Section 5.3 (Mitigation Measures) and Section 5.4 (Evaluation of Mitigation Measures) of the submitted Ecological Impact Assessment, as well as all recommendations within Habitat Management Plan (prepared by Minogue & Associates, Consulting Ecologists). REASON: To ensure consistency with Specific Objective GI 46 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 35. The section of hedgerow (H55) identified for retention and protection along Lehaunstown Lane on Tree Impact & Protection Plan (John Morris Drawing No. 21-026-05 received on 2nd November 2023) shall be protected during the course of construction by a temporary fence, in accordance with the default specification of barrier fencing shown in BS 5837: 2012 Trees in relation to design, demolition and construction - recommendations (in Figs 2, 3), or a 1.5 metre high robust timber post and rail fence or similar approved and agreed with the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development. The fence shall be installed along the outside of the hedge, so that vulnerable Root Protection Zone, as determined by the qualified arborist, is protected. Notices are to be placed on all protective fences stating that the trees within the fence are protected. REASON: In the interest of protecting heritage and biodiversity and to ensure consistency with Section 5.4.7 (Trees and Hedgerows) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended). 36. The supplementary planting strip permitted under this planning permission on the western side of the existing vegetation hedgerow along Lehaunstown Lane (as per Cunnane Stratton Reynolds Drawing No. 22118-2-101 received on 29th August 2023) shall, or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, include a double line of native tree with shrub species for in its entire length in accordance with BP12 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Biodiversity Plan. REASON: In the interest of protecting heritage and biodiversity and to ensure consistency with GI 48 and GI 39 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014 as amended). 37. Prior to the commencement of landscape works the Applicant/Developer shall be submitted 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 Objective GI 65 and Section 5.5 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 38. 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. 39. Upon completion of each play space and prior to its occupation, the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: (a) 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. (b) 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. 40. Prior to the commencement of landscape works the Applicant/Developer shall submit the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority: Details of the proposed railing system that demonstrate the installation of a robust, stationary railing system that will provide a long-term boundary interface within the public realm and ensure the safety of all residents particularly children. REASON: To ensure a high-quality public realm and consistency with Objective GI 76 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 41. 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 for pedestrian and cyclist permeability and to ensure a coherent and complementary palette of materials and finishes across the application site, and with adjoining permitted developments including Tully Park, as permitted under Planning Reg. Ref. DZ15A/0813 and the adjoining residential plot permitted under DZ20A/0552. This shall ensure for the omission of any proposed cycle barriers including that suggested under Cunnane Stratton Reynolds Greenway Interface Drawing 22118-2-401. REASON: To ensure consistency with Specific Objectives GI 8, GI 77, PI 20, G 34 and PD 14 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. PUBLIC LIGHTING 42. Prior to the commencement of the development herein permitted, a revised public lighting scheme for the subject site shall be submitted to and agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. REASON: In the interests of orderly development. TAKING IN CHARGE 43. 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 the standards outlined in the Council's Guidance document on Development Works in Residential Development May 2022. REASON: To ensure the development is carried out in accordance with the County Council's Standards and in the interests of the proper planning and sustainable development of the area in which the development is located. MANAGEMENT COMPANY 44. Prior to commencement of development the Applicant shall submit full details of a properly constituted Management Company for the written agreement of the Planning Authority. This shall include a layout map of the permitted development showing the areas to be taken in charge and those areas to be maintained by the Owners' Management Company. Membership of this Company shall be compulsory for all purchasers of property in the development. Confirmation that this Company has been set up shall be submitted to the Planning Authority prior to the occupation of the first residential unit. REASON: To provide for the satisfactory completion and maintenance of the development in the interest of residential amenity. FINANCIAL CONTRIBUTIONS 45. 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 shall 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 €457,306.20, 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. REASON: 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 Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown on the 13th of January, 2003. 46 The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €18,562.50 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 14th December, 2015 and as included in Table 2 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Development Contribution Scheme 2017-2020. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme ) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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. 1 850 278 278. 47. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €425,091.70 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 14th December, 2015 and as included in Table 2 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Development Contribution Scheme 2017-2020. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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. 48. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €275,938.30 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 14th December, 2015 and as included in Table 2 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Development Contribution Scheme 2017-2020. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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. 49. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €36,974.85 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 Cherrywood Planning Scheme area only of the Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 12/06/2017. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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 in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme area and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. 50. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €235,302.10 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 in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area. This Cherrywood Planning Scheme element of the Development Contribution shall be used solely to fund infrastructure identified in the Plan, as listed in Appendix III - Cherrywood Planning Scheme Projects List, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 12/06/2017. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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 Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area of the Planning Authority and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. 51. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €63,867.65 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 & Amenities in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area. This Cherrywood Planning Scheme element of the Development Contribution shall be used solely to fund infrastructure identified in the Plan, as listed in Appendix III - Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area Only, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 12/06/2017. These rates of contribution shall be updated effective from 1 January each year during the life of the Scheme in accordance with the SCSI Tender Price Index (See Article 12 of the Scheme) commencing from 1st January, 2018. Contributions shall be payable at the index adjusted rate pertaining to the year in which implementation of the planning permission is commenced, as provided for in Note 1 to the Table at Article 9 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances may be subject to interest charges. 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 & Amenities benefiting development in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area of the Planning Authority and that is provided, or that is intended will be provided, by or on behalf of the Local Authority. 52 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 €279,900.00 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 €173,000.00 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. 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. 53. 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 Council to induce the provision of services and prevent disamenity in the development. 54. This development shall not be carried out without prior agreement, in writing, between the Applicant & 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. NOTES: NOTE 1: 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 2: That water supply and foul drainage shall be in accordance with the requirements of the Irish Water. The following requirements of Irish Water shall be complied with in the proposed development: NOTE 3: Any alterations to the drainage systems within the site are a matter for compliance with the Building Regulation. NOTE 4: This permission does not imply any consent or approval for the structural stability and/or habitability of the works carried out and does not imply that the structure complies with the Building Regulations. NOTE 5: The Applicant is advised that in the event of encroachment or oversailing of the adjoining property, the consent of the adjoining property owner is required. If this written agreement is not obtained the proposed development shall be modified only insofar as is required to do this. NOTE 6: Any attic floorspace which does not comply with Building Regulations in relation to habitable standards shall not be used for human habitation. NOTE 7: The Applicant is advised that all/any requirements of the Environmental Health Office and Environmental Health Office - Air Pollution and Noise Control Unit shall be ascertained and strictly adhered to. NOTE 8: The Applicant is advised that all / any requirements of Inland Fisheries Ireland shall be ascertained and strictly adhered to. ## Nearby applications - [DZ21A/1069](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ21A-1069.md): The overall site area of this application is approximately 8.7Ha. Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown Dublin 18. Granted (2 Feb 2022). Minor changes to a permitted 136-home scheme in Tully so it can be built and occupied in phases. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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/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. - [DZ24A/0686/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-0686-WEB.md): Townlands of Laughanstown, and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (4 Sep 2024). Amends a permitted Tully scheme to add 4 apartments by raising part of Apartment Building 1 to 4 storeys. - [DZ23A/0028](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0028.md): Townlands of Laughanstown and Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (8 Dec 2023). 56 new homes and a 3-storey childcare centre on tile T13 beside Beckett Park and Castle Street in Tully. - [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/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. - [DZ15A/0814](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ15A-0814.md): Laughanstown, Dublin 18, (Beckett Park). Granted (13 Jul 2016). Beckett Park: a new 5.1-hectare public park in Tully with a sports pitch, tennis courts, playground and pavilion café. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [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. - [DZ18A/1129](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ18A-1129.md): Site (c.0.95ha) at Laughanstown & Brennanstown, Dublin 18 (Development Areas 1 & 8). Granted (4 Feb 2019). Builds a drainage basin and regrades a future school site 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. - [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. - [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. - [DZ26B/0366/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26B-0366-WEB.md): 10 Domville Square, Cherrywood, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin 18, D18H7WA. Granted (14 Aug 2026). Adds a small glass conservatory to the rear of a house at Domville Square. - [DZ26B/0360/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26B-0360-WEB.md): 10, Domville Square, Cherrywood, Dun Laoghaire, Dublin 18, D18H7WA. Refused or withdrawn (24 Jun 2026). A small glass conservatory added to the back of a house on Domville Square. - [DZ15A/0758](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ15A-0758.md): in the townlands of Cherrywood, Laughanstown, Brennanstown, Loughlinstown and Glebe, Dublin 18. Granted (16 Aug 2016). Phase 1 roads for Cherrywood: about 5.4km of new and upgraded roads including Grand Parade, Castle Street and Bishop Street. - [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. - [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. ## Links - [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ22A-0729) - [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/94199) - [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._