# Planning application DZ25A/0318/WEB > Lands within the townland of Brennanstown, Dublin 18, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (20 Aug 2025). - **Reference:** DZ25A/0318/WEB - **Address:** Lands within the townland of Brennanstown, Dublin 18 - **Status:** Granted (20 Aug 2025) - **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION - **Application type:** Permission (SDZ) - **Applicant:** Manciano Limited - **Lodged:** 25 Jul 2025 - **Decided:** 20 Aug 2025 - **Location (lat, lng):** 53.255322, -6.151104 ## Proposal 36 no. car parking spaces, cycle and bin storage, foul and surface water drainage, including attenuation system, open space, landscaping, boundary treatment, lighting, and all associated site works. ## In plain English 24 new two-storey houses off the Druid's Glen road in Brennanstown. - **24** houses - **36** car parking spaces ### What's planned A housing scheme in Development Area 5 (Druid's Glen), accessed through the permitted Phase 1 development. ### Residential **24** two-storey houses: **8** three-bed terraced, **6** four-bed terraced and **10** four-bed semi-detached. ### Transport **36** car spaces, plus internal roads and walking and cycling paths built to the site edge for future links. ### Environment Open space, landscaping and surface water storage. _This summary was written by AI from the proposal text. Check the council record before relying on it._ ## Conditions ### Condition 2 First Schedule Reasons and Considerations Having regard to the 'Residential' zoning of the site as set out in the Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme 2014, as amended, and Dún Laoghaire - Rathdown County Development Plan 2022 - 2028, 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 and accords with the Planning Scheme. Appropriate Assessment (AA) Screening Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, as clarified by way of Further Information received on 25/07/2025, 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 Further Information received on 25/07/2025, which comprises a residential development in a fully serviced urban location, it is considered that there is no real likelihood of significant effects on the environment arising from the proposed development. The need for environmental impact assessment can, therefore, be excluded at the preliminary examination and as such a screening determination is not required. 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 additional information received on 25/07/2025 save as may be required by the other conditions attached hereto or as otherwise agreed in writing by the Planning Authority. REASON: To ensure that the development shall be in accordance with the permission and that effective control be maintained. 2. With regard to the area subject to the amended development, prior to the occupation of development the developer shall submit, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, detailed drawings in digital format (CAD/GIS) projected to ITM (Irish Transverse Mercator). This information shall 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 DESIGN 3. Prior to the commencement of the development of the residential units, the developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, full details of the proposed external finishes of all building treatments, including elevational treatment/materials, windows and doors, balcony/terrace and boundary treatments, bin structures and bike storage, in the form of samples and on site mock ups and sample brochures. The external finishes shall: • Harmonise and ensure visual coherence with the adjacent permitted developments within Druid's Glen Development Area 5, to contribute towards a distinct neighbourhood at the entrance point to Cherrywood. • Comprise of durable and high quality materials including natural stone or brick, in particular where external walls interface/face with the public realm. • Articulate interest and avoid blank facades. REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 2.8 'Layout' and Objectives PD 7, PD 14, and PD 18 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. SIGNAGE 4. Prior to the installation of any signage associated with the proposed development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority a Signage and Wayfinding Strategy including: a) Details of all signage, including all external signage, way-finding and directional signage in accordance with the Cherrywood SDZ Wayfinding and Directional Signage Guidance 2021. b) Street name and numbering in accordance with Objectives H6 and GI 10 and with the Cherrywood SDZ Wayfinding and Directional Signage Guidance 2021. c) Full details of the location and content including background colour, lettering typeface, logos and colour. d) Materials that are high quality, modern and durable, and that respect the proportions and design of the building and its surroundings. REASON: In the interests of visual amenity and in order to comply with Specific Objectives PD 30 and PD 32 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and the Cherrywood SDZ Wayfinding and Directional Signage Guidance 2021. CULTURAL & BUILT HERITAGE 5. Prior to the commencement of development, archaeological testing shall be carried out on site. This pre-development testing shall consist of the following: a) The developer is required to employ a qualified archaeologist to monitor all groundworks associated with the development. b) Should any further archaeological material be found during the course of monitoring, the archaeologist may have work on the site stopped, pending a decision as to how best to deal with the archaeology. The developer shall be prepared to be advised by the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht with regard to any necessary mitigation action (e.g. preservation in situ, or excavation) and should facilitate the archaeologist in recording any material found. c) The Planning Authority and the Department of Culture, Heritage and the Gaeltacht shall be furnished with a report describing the results of the rescue excavations and the archaeological monitoring. REASON: To ensure consistency with Section 3.2.4 of the Planning Scheme. CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT 6. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the following: a) Prior to commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit a final detailed Construction Management Plan (CMP) for the written agreement of the Planning Authority that shall include full details, including engineering layouts as appropriate for the site compound, details of the proposed programme and methodology, working hours, and any proposals for construction phasing.The CMP shall also include full details of the following: • A CEMP (Construction Environmental Management Plan), that fully outlines environmental management measures to be implemented during the construction stage. • A RWMP (Construction & Demolition Resource Waste Management Plan), that details how the RWMP will be measured and monitored throughout the construction stage, as set out in the Best Practice Guidelines for the Preparation of Resource and Waste Management Plans for C&D Projects (2021). • A SWMP (Surface Water Management Plan), that details appropriate surface water management procedures/measures for the construction stage of the development, in accordance with the requirements of the Planning Authority. • A CTMP (Construction Traffic Management Plan), that details all traffic management measures and signage for the permitted construction access route, as necessary, and details of construction vehicle parking and queueing proposals, noting parking for construction vehicles shall be provided within the site boundary. • A CLP (Community Liaison Plan), including a nominated Project Liaison Officer (PLO) to manage all public relations issues relating to the construction works. • Vibration, Dust & Noise Management Proposals, that demonstrate compliance with industry standards. b) For the duration of this development, from commencement of construction works (inclusive of enabling works) to completion of construction works, the Applicant/Developer shall undertake continuous monitoring of the road network to be utilised for construction access to this development, to demonstrate how the existing road network is to be maintained to an acceptable standard throughout the construction phase. In this regard and at a minimum, an independent condition survey of the roads constructed under DZ19A/0863 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 i. prior to commencement of development and ii. post completion 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 which is to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority. 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. NOISE 7. The Applicant and the developments Contractor shall implement the measures detailed within the submitted Acoustic Design Statement prepared by Wave Dynamics; dated 02/04/25; revision A; a) Prior to the first occupation of the development a verification report will be required to validate that the work undertaken throughout the development conforms to the recommendations and requirements in the submitted acoustic consultant's report. The report shall also undertake post completion testing in residential units above the development to confirm that appropriate criteria have been met. Any instances of non-conformity with the recommendations in the report shall be detailed along with any measures required to ensure compliance with the agreed noise criteria. REASON: In order the safeguard the health, safety and amenities of properties and owners in the vicinity. PEST CONTROL PLAN 8. The Applicant and the developments Contractor shall develop and implement a Rodent/Pest Control Plan for the duration of the works on site. REASON: In order the safeguard the health, safety and amenities of properties and owners in the vicinity.' WATER SUPPLY & WASTEWATER 9. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the following: All water supply and waste infrastructure required to service the subject development shall align with Uisce Éireann's masterplan for the Cherrywood area and shall be constructed in accordance with Uisce Éireann's standards. All necessary agreements with Uisce Éireann shall be in place as and when required by Uisce Éireann. REASON: To ensure adequate provision of water and wastewater infrastructure; and to ensure the development is consistent with PI 4 and PI 12 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. SURFACE WATER 10. The Applicant / Developer shall comply with the following: (a) The controlled runoff rate from the subject development is to be limited to 1/l/s/ha in accordance with the requirements of PI 8 of the Planning Scheme. (b) The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that interception and treatment of at least 5mm of runoff is provided on the subject site. 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. (c) Alltrees planted in/adjacent to hard paved areas shall incorporate bioretention tree pits unless otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority. (d) All finished floor levels shall be at least 500mm above adjacent onsite surface water storage retention for the 1 in 100 year + 20% climate change rainfall event, as per GDSDS Table 6.3 Criterion 3, sub-criterion 3.3. Exceedance flows shall be managed within the development site boundary as per the requirements of GDSDS Table 6.3, Criterion 3, sub-criterion 3.4. (e) The Applicant / Developer shall ensure that the SuDS facilities for the subject development are managed in accordance with a SuDs Operations and Maintenance plan for the subject development. REASON: In the interests of orderly and sustainable development, to comply with the requirements of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme PI 6 and to ensure long term optimum operation of the surface water management system. 11. The Applicant / Developer shall comply with the following: (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 theDeveloper's expense. An independent audit team shall beused,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 and shall outline how the applicant/developer will maintain the runoff rate to 1 l/s/ha for each phase of construction and commissioning of the surface water network. (b) 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 theDeveloper's expense. An independent audit team shall beused,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 developmentandto comply with the requirements of PI 7 ofthe Cherrywood Planning Scheme. TRANSPORTATION 12. The Applicant / Developer shall comply with the following: (a) All footpaths shall have a minimum unobstructed width for pedestrians of not less than 2.0m. (b) A Quality Audit (which shall include a Road Safety Audit, Access Audit, Cycle Audit and Walking Audit) shall be carried out at Stage 2 for the detailed design stage. 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 Stage 2 Audit report shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the commencement of development. (c) A Quality Audit (which shall include a Road Safety Audit, Access Audit, Cycle Audit and Walking Audit) shall be carried out at Stage 3 for the post construction / prior to opening stage. 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 Stage 3 Audit report shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority prior to the opening for public use/ taking in charge by Dun Laoghaire Rathdown County Council. REASON: To allow for pedestrian and cycle permeability for consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme table 7.3, Section 4.2.7 and PI 20. CAR PARKING 13. The Applicant / Developer shall comply with the following: (a) All residential car parking spaces under this permission, i.e. 36 no. residential spaces and 1 no. car sharing space, shall be allocated to houses with no usage charge applying. (b) Residential car parking shall be managed appropriately, with an enforcement regime implemented, if necessary, to ensure that the surrounding public realm is not affected by nuisance / overspill parking. (c) EV charging facilities shall be installed at locations that ensure footpaths adjacent to fully functional EV charging spaces maintain a 2m unobstructed width for pedestrian movement. REASON: For consistency with Section 4.2.10, Table 4.4 and PI 21 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. CYCLE PARKING 14. The Applicant/Developer shall ensure that the operation and maintenance of the development's short term cycle parking facilities, including Sheffield stands and shelters, is suitably managed for the subject development. 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 15. The Applicant/Developer shall comply with the following requirements: (a) The detailed design of the electricity supply network shall be in accordance with the requirements of ESB Networks/ESBI. (b) The detailed design of the telecoms network shall be in accordance with the requirements of the telecoms provider. (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 infrastructure to ensure access for future operation and maintenance activities as may be required. REASON: In the interests of orderly development; to ensure that designs shall meet with the current and future requirements of ESB Networks/ESBI/telecoms providers; to ensure the inclusion of infrastructure and connections would avoid subsequent excavation of newly constructed roadway; and to ensure consistency with Section 4.3.1 and PI 26 of the Planning Scheme. WASTE MANAGEMENT 16. The Applicant / Developer shall comply with the following: (a) The subject development's bin staging areas shall be located at "Bin Area 1" and "Bin Area 2" as detailed on the submitted OMP Architects Drawing No 24016-OMP-SP-00-DR-A-1401. The area marked "Bin Area" in blue text and located adjacent to Druid's Glen Road on the submitted OMP Architects Drawing No 24016-OMP-SP-00-DR-A-1401 shall be omitted and shall not form part of this permission. The Applicant / Developer shall ensure that the permitted bin staging areas are sufficiently sized for the number of bins required on a collection day(s). (b) The subject development shall be operated in accordance with a final Operational Waste Management Plan and the Applicant/Developer shall ensure that the measures outlined within the Plan are fully implemented to ensure suitable management of waste storage areas and collection operations. REASON: In the interests of clarity and to ensure consistency with PI 32 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE 17. The applicant shall comply with the following: (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. 18. Prior to commencement of landscape works, the Developer shall provide the following for the written agreement of the Planning Authority:- (a) Hard landscape plans, construction details and maintenance plan for all hard standing pedestrian, cycling, vehicular areas (including adjoining footpath and road interfaces), bin staging areas and all enabling works/hardscape details proposed to facilitate the future pedestrian/cyclist access to Brennanstown Square, detailing the specifications of all surface/finish materials. In this regard, samples, data sheets and or / onsite mock ups of all materials shall be provided for the agreement of the written Planning Authority and approved control samples must be held on site at all times. (b All surfaces and finishes shall include materials that are consistent with the requirements of Objective PD 14. In particular the finishes shall comprise durable, easily sourced and high quality materials (materials as agreed with the Planning Authority) that harmonise with and complement those within adjoining developments. All landscape drawings to include spot levels demonstrating universal access. (c) Details, specifications and samples for all boundary treatments between private space, amenity open space and public realm, having regard to the need to ensure a coherent and complementary palette of materials and finishes across the application site and harmonise with and complement adjoining development. Include where relevant sections & elevations clearly indicating the location, specification, type & height of all proposed edge restraints, structures, boundary treatments and gates in accordance with GI8 and GI 76 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. In particular, details shall include: • Hard landscape boundary for the rear gardens along the western boundary - typically block wall. • A legible visual connection from the development homezone to the pedestrian-cycle link to Lehaunstown Lane • Boundary to the amenity open space to comprise 1100mm metal vertical flat bar railing outside of hedge, including along the interface with the path alongside the private house to its south. REASON: To ensure consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, Objective PD 14 and GI 8. 19. (a)Prior to the commencement of development, the Applicant/Developer shall inform the Planning Authority in writing, of the appointment and name of a qualified Arborist as an Arboricultural Consultant engaged for the entire period of construction activity. (b) Existing trees and hedgerows surrounding the site shall be preserved and maintained, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the planning authority. (c) Any trees or hedging which die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased, within a period of 5 years from the completion of the development, shall be replaced within the next planting season with others of similar size and species, unless otherwise agreed in writing with the planning authority. (d) 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. 20. The applicant shall comply with the following: a) Planting mixes shall include 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 shall include: • Understory planting along northern boundary • Hedgerow infill planting (double staggered native species with appropriate ecological buffer) along the southern boundary. • re-use of existing topsoil and subsoils • Bioretention tree pits for all street trees (show location on landscape plan and provide details consistent across disciplines) • Inclusion of street trees along northernmost street and 1no. street tree on southern corner of home zone, both present on drawings originally submitted with the application. • Hedge bounding amenity open space including along the interface with the path alongside the private house to its south. Undertake appropriate management of all trees, shrubs and other vegetation to ensure long-term continuity and consistency. REASON: To ensure consistency with Objective GI 65 and Section 5.5 (Biodiversity) of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. 21. (a) 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 (Playful Space and Natural Play), 4.7.2 (Play Map), and 4.7.3 (Play Matrices) of the Amenity Space Guidance Document. (b) The applicant shall ensure that all proposed equipment and ancillaries shall conforms to relevant design guidelines and European standards. REASON: To ensure quality play provision in compliance with 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. PART V 22. Prior to commencement of development, the developer shall comply with the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Council Housing Strategy, drawn up in accordance with Part V, Section 96(4) of the Planning & Development Act 2000, as amended, and in accordance with agreement to be reached with the County Council's Housing and Community Department unless the developer shall have applied for and been granted an exemption certificate under Section 97 of the Planning & Development Act, 2000, as amended. REASON: To comply with the County Council Housing Strategy & Part V of the Planning & Development Act, 2000, as amended. TAKEN IN CHARGE 23. Prior to commencement of development the applicant shall submit full details of a properly constituted Owners' 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. OWNERS MANAGEMENT COMPANY 24. Prior to commencement of development the applicant shall submit full details of a properly constituted Owners' 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. Issue of Tenure and Institutional Investment Section 47 of the Planning and Development Act 2000 25. With regard to the Regulation of Commercial Institutional Investment in Housing, Guidelines for Planning Authorities, May 2021. The following shall be complied with as regards the issue of tenure: (a) Prior to the commencement of any house or duplex unit in 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 house or duplex unit), pursuant to Section 47 of the Planning and Development Act 2000, that restricts all houses and duplex 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 for the period of duration of the planning permission, except where after not less than two years from the date of completion of each specified housing unit, it is demonstrated to the satisfaction of the Planning Authority that it has not been possible to transact each specified house or duplex unit 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 housing units, in which case the Planning Authority shall confirm in writing to the applicant 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. Note: 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: 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 abuilding, and, 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. CONTRIBUTIONS Luas Line B1 26. 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 €211,064.40, and is subject to increase as outlined above. It should be noted that contributions assessed in accordance with the Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme cannot be appealed to An Bord Pleanala unless the applicant considers the levy referred to in this condition has not been properly applied in accordance with the terms of the Scheme. REASONS FOR CONTRIBUTIONS: To part finance the extension of the Luas Line B1 from Sandyford Depot to Cherrywood, as provided for in the Supplementary Development Contribution Scheme adopted by the Council of Dún laoghaire-Rathdown on the 13th of January, 2003. Countywide Surface Water 27. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €3,233.52 to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Local Authority in respect of the provision of Surface Water Infrastructure benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme 2023-2028 made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 9th of October 2023. 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 commencing from 1st January 2025. 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 Article 4.7 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances as of the 1st of January each year shall be subject to indexation and adjusted accordingly until the contribution has been paid in full. (See Article 8.3 of the Scheme). REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Surface Water Infrastructure 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 Uisce Éireann are now the statutory body responsible for both water and wastewater 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 Uisce Éireann at Tel. 1800 278 278. Countywide Transport Infrastructure 28. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €48,504.24 to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Local Authority in respect of the provision of the Transport Infrastructure benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme 2023-2028 made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the on the 9th of October 2023. 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 commencing from 1st January 2025. 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 Article 4.7 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances as of the 1st of January each year shall be subject to indexation and adjusted accordingly until the contribution has been paid in full. (See Article 8.3 of the Scheme). REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Transport Infrastructure 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. Countywide Community & Parks facilities & Recreational amenities 29. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €271,623.60 to the Planning Authority as a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Local Authority in respect of the provision of the Community & Parks facilities & Recreational amenities benefiting development in the area of the Planning Authority, as provided for in the Development Contribution Scheme 2023-2028 made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 9th of October 2023. 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 commencing from 1st January 2025. 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 Article 4.7 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances as of the 1st of January each year shall be subject to indexation and adjusted accordingly until the contribution has been paid in full. (See Article 8.3 of the Scheme). REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the Community & Parks facilities & Recreational 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. Public Infrastructure and Facilities 30. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €425,571.12 to the Planning Authority a contribution towards expenditure that was/or is proposed to be incurred by the Local Authority in respect of public infrastructure and facilities benefitting development in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area identified in Appendix III to the Development Contribution Scheme in respect of development in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area 2023 - 2028 made by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council on the 9th October 2023, as provided for in the said Scheme. This contribution shall be used solely to fund the public infrastructure and facilities identified in Appendix III to the Scheme: Public Infrastructure and Facilities benefitting development in the Cherrywood Planning Scheme Area. 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 from 1st January, 2025. 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 Article 4.7 of the Scheme. Outstanding balances as of the 1st of January each year shall be subject to indexation and adjusted accordingly until the contribution has been paid in full. (See Article 7.3 of the Scheme) REASON: It is considered reasonable that the payment of a contribution be required in respect of the provision of the public infrastructure and facilities benefitting development 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. BONDS 31. 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 €190,000.00 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 €117,200.00 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. 32. This development shall not be carried out without prior agreement, in writing, between the Applicant and the Planning Authority relating to the payment of development contributions. REASON: Investment by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council in Local Authority works has facilitated and will facilitate the proposed development. It is considered appropriate and reasonable that the developer should contribute to the cost of same. NOTE: The attention of the applicant is drawn to Section 34(13) of the Planning and Development Act 2000, 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: Any alterations to the drainage systems within the site are a matter for compliance with the Building Regulation. NOTE: The proposed development shall accord with the requirements of Uisce Éireann. ## Nearby applications - [D13A/0545](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D13A-0545.md): Tablick, Lehaunstown, Cabinteely, Co Dublin. Granted (24 Jan 2014). Extends and alters a dormer bungalow at Tablick, Lehaunstown, adding a larger kitchen and an ensuite. - [D10A/0262](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D10A-0262.md): Talblich, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (8 Jul 2010). 13 new houses replacing a house at Talblich, Lehaunstown Lane. - [D06A/1367](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-1367.md): Navarone & Tablick, Brennanstown Road / Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (7 Feb 2008). 76 apartments and townhouses in two blocks of up to 5 storeys at Navarone and Tablick, Brennanstown Road. - [D02A/0317](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D02A-0317.md): Site (walled garden) Glendruid, Brennanstown Road,, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (10 Jun 2002). Builds a two-storey, four-bedroom house with a garage and stables in the walled garden at Glendruid, a protected structure. - [D15A/0228](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0228.md): Navarone, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (28 May 2015). Either 7 or 9 new large houses in the grounds of Navarone, Brennanstown Road. - [D04A/0926](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D04A-0926.md): Brennanstown Avenue, Brennanstown, Cabinteely, Co. Dublin. Granted (11 Oct 2004). Adds a 26 sq.m single-storey rear extension to each of 11 approved houses on Brennanstown Avenue. - [DZ23A/0083](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ23A-0083.md): Druid House & Glendruid House (protected structure), Lehaunestown Lane, Brennanstown Road, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (20 Oct 2023). Rebuilding a boundary wall on Lehaunstown Lane and a new access road to prepare for the permitted Druid's Glen Road. - [D16A/0852](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D16A-0852.md): Navarone, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (12 Apr 2017). A new 5-bedroom detached house beside Navarone on Brennanstown Road. - [DZ18A/0208](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ18A-0208.md): Site approx. 6.57ha in area and generally bounded by, Lehaunstown Lane to the west, Carrickmines Stream (partly) to the south, and Cabinteely Stream, (partly) to the east that is, located within the townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (4 Feb 2020). Builds 367 homes, a mix of apartments, two-level units and houses, plus a childcare facility in Brennanstown. - [D08A/0728](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0728.md): Lahaunstown House, Lahaunstown, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Refused or withdrawn (31 Jul 2008). A new 4-bedroom, two-storey house beside Lahaunstown House, Cabinteely. - [D15A/0187](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0187.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Refused or withdrawn (13 May 2015). Replaces a storage shed with a two-storey extension to a house at Glendruid Mews. - [D15A/0667](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0667.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Granted (23 Mar 2016). Refurbishes an outbuilding at Glendruid Mews to add living space to the existing house. - [D04A/0988](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D04A-0988.md): BRENNANSTOWN, CABINTEELY, DUBLIN 18.. Refused or withdrawn (22 Oct 2004). A large Brennanstown development of 702 homes in 26 buildings of 3 to 8 storeys, with a school building, shop and community hall. - [DZ26A/0245/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ26A-0245-WEB.md): Lands within the Townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (30 Jul 2026). Amends a permitted Druid's Glen scheme, adding 18 apartments and enlarging the childcare facility. - [DZ25A/0515/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0515-WEB.md): Lands within the Townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (4 Dec 2025). Amends Phases 2 and 3 of a permitted Druid's Glen scheme, swapping unit types and adding 7 homes (346 to 353). - [DZ24A/0621/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-0621-WEB.md): Lands within the Townland of Brennanstown, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (21 Jan 2025). Amends Phase 1 of a permitted Druid's Glen scheme, adding 4 homes to bring the total from 342 to 346. - [DZ24A/0585/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ24A-0585-WEB.md): Lands within the Townland of Brennanstown, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (8 Aug 2024). Amends Phase 1 of a permitted Druid's Glen scheme, adding 4 homes to bring the total from 342 to 346. - [DZ19A/0863](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ19A-0863.md): Site is generally bounded by Lehaunstown Lane to the west, Carrickmines Stream (partly) to the south and, Cabinteely Stream (partly) to the east and is located within the townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (14 Jan 2020). 342 new homes in Druid's Glen, Brennanstown, with a crèche and part of the Druid's Glen road and bridge. - [D08A/1293](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-1293.md): Lehaunstown House, Lehaunstown, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (30 Jan 2009). Extensions to Lehaunstown House, Cabinteely, making it a 5-bedroom home with a sunroom and pool. - [D06A/0330](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0330.md): Glendruid and Knockenree, Brennanstown Road and Druid House, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (7 Apr 2006). Builds 191 homes, a mix of apartments and houses, at Glendruid and Knockenree off Brennanstown Road. - [D06A/0713](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0713.md): Glendruid & Knockenree, Brennanstown Road, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (22 Jun 2006). 173 homes, apartments in blocks of up to 8 storeys plus houses, at Glendruid and Knockenree on Brennanstown Road. - [D18A/0551](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D18A-0551.md): Site (c.1.46ha) at Ards, Cartref and lands to the rear of Foxley, Old Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (23 Jan 2019). 72 homes, apartments and houses, at Ards, Cartref and behind Foxley on the Old Bray Road. - [D15A/0716](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0716.md): Cartref and Ards, Old Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Refused or withdrawn (19 Jan 2016). 51 homes, apartments and houses, at Cartref and Ards on the Old Bray Road. - [D06A/0557](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0557.md): Grounds and Dwellings Ards & Cartref, Old Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (9 Nov 2006). 77 apartments and two-level homes in 3 blocks of 2 to 5 storeys at Ards and Cartref, Old Bray Road. - [D08A/0717](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D08A-0717.md): Ards, Cartref and Foxley, Old Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Refused or withdrawn (14 Aug 2008). 127 apartments, penthouses and two-level homes in 4 buildings at Ards, Cartref and Foxley, Old Bray Road. - [D18A/0590](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D18A-0590.md): The Pines, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Dublin 18, D18 E3X7. Granted (11 Sep 2018). Replaces a septic tank with a modern wastewater treatment system at The Pines, Lehaunstown Lane. - [DZ16A/0587](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ16A-0587.md): Site of 2.79 ha approx. at Beech Park, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18/Loughlinstown, Co Dublin. Granted (21 Dec 2016). 34 houses at Beech Park, Bray Road, replacing six homes, plus part of the Druid's Glen Road and bridge. - [D22A/0350](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D22A-0350.md): Circle K Centenary Service Station, Bray Road, Dublin 18, D18AK58. Granted (25 Aug 2022). Shop revamp at the Circle K service station on Bray Road, adding a deli and enlarging the retail area. - [D06A/0452](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D06A-0452.md): Centenary Service Station, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (26 May 2006). Lets part of the approved shop at Centenary Service Station, Cabinteely, operate as an off-licence. - [D05A/0567](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D05A-0567.md): Centenary Service Station, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Granted (20 Jan 2006). Upgrades the shop and car wash at Centenary Service Station, Cabinteely, adding a hot food deli. - [D05A/0322](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D05A-0322.md): Centenary Service Station, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18.. Refused or withdrawn (19 Apr 2005). Upgrades the shop and car wash at Centenary Service Station, Cabinteely, adding a hot food deli. - [PC/IC/02/16](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/PC-IC-02-16.md): N11, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (12 Jun 2017). Builds a new signalised junction on the N11 at Cabinteely with crossings, bus stops and landscaping. - [D15A/0385](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0385.md): Site of 5.295 ha approximately at Beech Park, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 / Loughlinstown, Co Dublin and its connection with the N11.. Granted (18 Oct 2017). 164 homes, mostly houses and two-level apartments, at Beech Park, Cabinteely, plus the first stretch of the Druid's Glen Road. - [DZ20A/0491](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0491.md): Site of c. 5.295 hectares, located at Beech Park (also known as Beechpark), Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18/Loughlinstown, County Dublin. Granted (19 Oct 2020). Amends a permitted Beech Park apartment block, raising it from 65 to 70 homes with no change in parking. - [DZ20A/0362](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0362.md): On a site of c. 5.295 hectares, Beech Park (also known as Beechpark), Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18, Loughlinstown, County Dublin. Granted (31 Aug 2020). Amends the Beech Park scheme on Bray Road to add 3 apartments to Block F, a gym and a pet room, and more bike parking. - [DZ20A/0056](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0056.md): Beech Park (also known as Beechpark), Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18/Loughlinstown, County Dublin. Granted (18 Mar 2020). Amends the permitted Beech Park scheme to reconfigure 78 apartments in Blocks D, E and F. - [DZ19A/0768](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ19A-0768.md): Beech Park, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin. Granted (29 Nov 2019). Amends the permitted Beech Park scheme to reconfigure 78 apartments in Blocks D, E and F and add a residents' gym. - [DZ19A/0622](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ19A-0622.md): Beech Park, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 / Loughlinstown, County Dublin. Granted (17 Oct 2019). Amends the permitted Beech Park scheme to reconfigure 78 apartments and split off land taken by the Council for a new road. - [DZ20A/0073](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ20A-0073.md): At a site of c. 5.295 hectares, Beech Park, Bray Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18, Loughlinstown, Co. Dublin. Granted (30 Jun 2020). Redesign of three permitted apartment blocks at Beech Park, Bray Road, changing the unit mix but keeping 65 apartments. - [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. - [D14A/0474](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D14A-0474.md): Druid Glen, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18. Granted (16 Dec 2014). Replacing a derelict two-storey house at Druid Glen, Brennanstown Road, with a new single-storey 4-bed home. ## Links - [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0318-WEB) - [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/102174) - [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._