# Planning application DZ25A/0515/WEB

> Lands within the Townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18, Cherrywood, Dún Laoghaire–Rathdown. Granted (4 Dec 2025).

- **Reference:** DZ25A/0515/WEB
- **Address:** Lands within the Townland of, Brennanstown, Dublin 18
- **Status:** Granted (4 Dec 2025)
- **Decision:** GRANT PERMISSION
- **Application type:** Permission (SDZ)
- **Applicant:** Manciano Limited
- **Lodged:** 7 Nov 2025
- **Decided:** 4 Dec 2025
- **Location (lat, lng):** 53.254298, -6.148742

## Proposal

Ing of amendments to the development permitted under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863, as extended under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863/E and as amended under Reg. Ref.: DZ24A/0621/WEB, on lands within the townland of Brennanstown, Dublin 18. The application site is bound by Brennanstown Square to the north, Lehaunstown Lane to the west, Carrickmines Stream (partly) to the south, Cabinteely Stream (partly) and Beech Park to the east. The lands are located in the Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone Planning Scheme area and forms part of the Development Area 5 (known as Druid’s Glen) within Cherrywood SDZ. This amendment application relates to Phase 02 and 03 of the permitted development, which is located to the south of the Cherrywood SDZ Planning Scheme’s Druid’s Glen Distributor Road (also known as P* to P3), recently opened as a public road. This application relates to development in the Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone (SDZ) and is subject to the Cherrywood Planning Scheme 2014 (as amended). The proposed amendments, which relate to the Phases 02 and 03 area of the permitted development, can be described as follows: - Redesign of Apartment Block E (now referred to as Block 2) to comprise 43 no. apartments, including 7 no. 1 beds and 36 no. 2 beds, in a 4 no. storey building with associated private terraces / balconies on the northern, southern, eastern and western elevations. There is no change to the total number of apartments in this block; - Replacement of 36 no. triplex units in Blocks F and G, with 1 no. 3 bed house and 9 no. 4 bed houses (comprising of 3 storey terraced housing); - Replacement of 12 no. duplex units in Block D1 with a new apartment block (referred to as Block 3) to comprise 43 no. apartments, including 7 no. 1 beds, 28 no. 2 beds, and 8 no. 3 beds, in a 4 no. storey building with associated private terraces / balconies on the northern, southern, eastern and western elevations; - Redesign of 8 no. duplex units in Block D2 (now referred to as Duplex Block D01) to comprise 12 no. 3 bed duplex units, in a 3 no. storey building with associated private terraces / balconies on the northern elevation; - Replacement of 48 no. apartments in Block H with 16 no. 3 bed duplex units in a 3 no. storey building (referred to as Duplex Block D02) with associated private terraces / balconies on the southern elevation; - Replacement of 24 no. triplex units in Blocks K and J with a new apartment block (referred to as Block 5) to comprise 42 no. apartments, including 7 no. 1 beds, 23 no. 2 beds, and 12 no. 3 beds, in a 4 no. storey building with associated private terraces / balconies on the northern, southern, eastern and western elevations; - Replacement of 44 no. 3 bed houses and 16 no. 4 bed houses, with 42 no. 3 bed houses and 30 no. 4 bed houses (comprising of 2 storey terraced housing); - Removal of permitted basement floor level located on the eastern part of the site (below the previously permitted Blocks E, F, G and H) and reconfiguration of the car parking at surface / ground level to provide 267 no. spaces; and -All associated development, including alterations to the internal road layout, cycle and bin storage, PV panels at roof level, plant, provision of an additional ESB substation (2 no. in total), open space, landscaping, drainage and site development works. The permitted development (under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863, as extended under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863/E and as amended under Reg. Ref.: DZ24A/0621/WEB), provides for 346 no. residential units and the proposed amendments would result in an increase to 353 no. residential units (i.e. 7 no. additional units in Phase 02 and 03).

## In plain English

Amends Phases 2 and 3 of a permitted Druid's Glen scheme, swapping unit types and adding 7 homes (346 to 353).

- **353** homes
- **267** car parking spaces
- **4** storeys max

### What's planned

Changes to the southern phases of the development permitted under DZ19A/0863 in Druid's Glen, Brennanstown.

### Residential

Three-level units, two-level units and one apartment block are replaced by a mix of **3** four-storey apartment blocks, two-level homes and 2–3 storey terraced houses. The scheme rises from **346** to **353** homes.

### Transport

The planned basement under the eastern blocks is dropped and parking moves to surface level, with **267** spaces.

### Environment

Rooftop solar panels, an extra ESB substation, open space and landscaping.

_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' (Res 2) 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 07/11/2025, it has been determined that the proposed development would not significantly impact upon a Natura 2000 Site.

Environmental Impact (EIA) Screening
Having regard to the nature and scale of the proposed development, as clarified by way of Further Information received on 07/11/2025, which comprises an amendment to previously permitted 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

1. The development shall be carried out in its entirety in accordance with the plans, particulars and specifications lodged with the application, and as clarified by way of Further Information received on 07/11/2025, save as may be required by the other conditions attached hereto.
REASON: In the interest of clarity, the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, to ensure that the proposed development is consistent with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended) and to ensure that that effective control can be maintained.

2. Save for amendments granted on foot of this permission and the requirements of other conditions attached hereto, the development shall otherwise be carried out in strict accordance with the terms and conditions of Planning Permission granted under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863, as extended under Reg. Ref.: DZ19A/0863/E and as amended under Reg. Ref.: DZ24A/0621/WEB. This permission shall expire at the same time as Reg. Ref. DZ19A/0863E.
REASON: In the interest of clarity, to ensure that the amended development adheres to the conditions attached to the previous parent and amendment permissions and maintains consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (2014, as amended).

GENERAL
3. Prior to the occupation of the herby permitted development, the Applicant/Developer shall submit for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, the following detailed design drawings:
a. Overall site plans in DWG format projected to ITM (Irish Transverse Mercator in metres);
b. Ground floor plans of buildings in DWG format (ITM projection in metres); and
c. Site sections and elevations in PDF format.
REASON: To enable the development to be represented in a G.I.S environment and ensure consistency with Section 7.4 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme, 2014 (as amended).

URBAN DESIGN
4. Prior to the commencement of development, or as otherwise agreed, the Applicant/Developer shall provide, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority:
a) Details of external design/finishes including: windows and doors, balconies, under croft screening, car park/basement entrance detail, roof services/plant and associated screening, ESB substations, all in the form of drawings, plans, elevations, sample photos and where relevant, on-site mock-ups. The Planning Authority shall be notified when the on-site mocks-ups are available for inspection.
b) The external finishes shall include materials that are:
• of a high quality, durable, sustainable and attractive,
• at ground floor and facing the public realm, comprise of durable and high-quality materials including natural stone or brick,
• at rooftop, materials and treatments, including screening, shall be light in colour.
• ensure harmony and visual coherence in the built environment.
REASON: To ensure consistency with Objectives PD 7, PD 9, PD12, PD 14, PD 19, PD21 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme.

5. Prior to commencement of development, or as otherwise agreed, the developer shall submit, for the written agreement of the Planning Authority, full details of any roof top services or structures, including solar panels, for the proposed development.
REASON: In the interests of visual amenity and to ensure consistency with Specific Objective PD 7, PD 19 and PD 21 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme.

SIGNAGE
6. 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 SDZWayfinding 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.

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT
7. This Condition, which supersedes Condition 7 of Reg. Ref. DZ19A/0863 requires that 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. This CEMP shall account for any amendments and include an updated system for monitoring activity at the nearby main badger sett, considering the apparent recent abandonment of the sett.
•	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 (parent permission) and DZ16A/0587 (Beech Park), which 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.

PHYSICAL INFRASTRUCTURE
SURFACE WATER
8.Prior to commencement of development the applicant shall adhere to the following:
a) The Applicant shall ensure that at least 70% of all flat roof areas are covered in extensive green roof, as per current DLRCC County Development Plan. The applicant shall specify areas in sqm and percentages of proposed Green Roof coverage and also include a table on their drawings.
b) The applicant shall provide updated surface water layout and SuDS layout drawings, ensuring that street trees with cellular storage are provided, as required under PI 10, between parking bays and next to hard standing areas, and these shall be connected to the proposed surface water network.
Street trees shall be provided at the correct intervals, as per section 4.2.7 (every 5 perpendicular and every 2 parallel spaces).
c) The applicant shall ensure that all revised drawings align with other disciplines (engineering, landscape, architecture, etc.) e.g. Street trees with cellular storage appear to be shown at the correct intervals in most locations on the Landscape Masterplan but are not included in the SuDS layout/ surface water layout by DBFL.
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 shall provide an updated overall layout of all proposed SuDS measures in one drawing, provide details of all proposed SuDS measures.  Suitability and their contribution towards the surface water management of the subject site shall also be demonstrated.
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.

CAR PARKING
9. Prior to commencement on site, the applicant shall provide the following:
a). Swept path analysis for some of the harder to access car parking spaces - in particular spaces at undercroft level (end spaces and the space at an angle  near the entrance), to ensure that vehicles can safely access and egress form all proposed spaces.
b). The applicant shall ensure (in addition to all fully functioning EV charging spaces) that ducting is provided for every parking space, as per the requirements of Section 12.4.11 of DLRCC's County Development Plan 2022 - 2028.
The applicant shall further ensure that charging facilities do not reduce the unobstructed width of the footpath to less than 2.0 m.
c). The allocation to specific car parking spaces to individual 3-bed units shall be clearly indicated on a Carparking Layout drawing. In addition, dedication of car parking spaces to particular blocks (apartments, duplex blocks) shall also be indicated for all other spaces (for 1-bed and 2-bed units) on this drawing.
REASON: In the interest of proper planning and parking standards and for consistency with PI21 of the Planning Scheme and the current DLR County Development Plan.

BICYCLE PARKING/ MOTORBIKE PARKING
10.  Prior to commencement of development the applicant shall provide the following in a revised submission to allow for a holistic assessment of the cycle parking design for the development in terms of suitability of design and safety for future residents:
a)     Fully dimensioned design drawings for all cycle parking locations at surface level and long-stay internal bike stores, to ensure all bike spaces are fully accessible and usable - avoiding stacked bike storage only solutions - to cater for users of all abilities.
b). Specification and drawing details for the development's proposed tiered bicycle parking system.
c). Details that clearly demonstrate how larger bicycles such as cargo bikes/ larger sized bikes and e-bikes are accommodated within the development regarding both parking and access, including the exact location/ layout for these spaces, ensuring that enough space, including clearance is provided at each location.
d). A Cycle Parking Management Strategy that clearly shows how the operation and maintenance for the development's cycle parking will be implemented and managed, including routine and annual maintenance of the stacked cycle parking; how demand for cycle parking will be monitored; and where additional cycle parking provision may be located within the development if required to cater for future demand.
e). At least 10 no. dedicated motorcycle parking spaces shall be provided in suitable locations across the subject development site, as required under PI 22 (requiring a minimum of 4no.  motorcycle parking spaces per 100 no. car parking spaces).
REASON: In the interest of proper planning and cyclists' safety and for consistency with PI22 of the Planning Scheme and the current DLR County Development Plan.

WASTE MANAGEMENT
11. The Applicant/ Developer shall comply with the following:

a). The subject development's bin staging areas shall be located to ensure routes from/ to the proposed internal bin stores are optimised (in particular for apartment blocks 02 & 03 to the North) to ensure ease of access, via short and safe routes. 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.
c). The OWMP shall include swept path analysis for a standard size refuse collection vehicle, for the proposed routes and stopping locations for collection, to ensure that no overruns occur.
REASON: In the interests of clarity, traffic and road safety and to ensure consistency with objective PI 32 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme.

GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
12. 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, construction details, and maintenance plans detailing the design and of the specifications of all surface/finish materials, for all hard-standing pedestrian, cycling, and vehicular areas including adjoining footpath and road interfaces; the connecting bridge across the ponds; the shared pedestrian and cycle path connecting the Greenway to Druids Glen Road (refer Cherrywood Green Routes Network, Approved Part 8 Preliminary Design and the detail design of the accessible paths within the eastern part of the Central Open Space. 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. (Timber for use in retaining wall not considered durable).
c) A 'Boundary Types' strategy including details, specifications and samples for all boundaries, interfaces and transitions between private space, communal space and public space, having regard to the need to ensure a coherent and complementary palette of materials and finishes across the application site 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 including planting and gates in accordance with GI 76 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme. The southern boundary with the Greenway shall be 1400mm galvanised and powder coated metal railing or similar as agreed with the Planning Authority combined with a double stagger native hedgerow ideally allowing 2m for the hedgerow and 2 m ecological buffer either side. Detail of railing tie-ins should be provided e.g. on its eastern end it could tie in to Duplex Block 01. Replacement planting for Tree Line 2 along the western boundary shall be double stagger native hedgerow planted in a 2m strip along the centreline of the existing tree line with 2m ecological buffer either side. The replacement planting shall restore the Tree line in its entirety as required by Map 5.2 of the planning scheme, i.e. without the proposed gaps including the one indicated as a potential future connection.
d) Temporary protective fencing for retained trees, the badger sett and the natural green corridors of the stream valleys is to be as per agreed and constructed under the conditions of the parent application.
REASON: To ensure consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Objectives PD 14, GI 7, GI 8, GI 11 Section 5.5.5 (Retention, protection and management of existing habitats), GI 52, GI 58 and Section 5.8 (Boundaries).

13. Prior to installation, the final lighting design shall be approved by a suitably qualified specialist bat ecologist and have regard to best practice guidance in relation to minimising light pollution and impacts on bats. The final lighting design shall include an updated assessment of potential impacts on bats from light spill, prepared by the specialist bat ecologist.
REASON: To ensure consistency with the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Objective GI 50 and Section 5.5.3 (Maintenance of physical ecological connectivity with Green Infrastructure).

14. Prior to the commencement of landscape works the following shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority:
a). Details of Soft Landscape Design to include detailed Planting Plan and Planting Schedule (as appropriate)- 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 shall include management programmes for all proposed trees, shrubs and other vegetation demonstrating long-term continuity and consistency. Details to include:

i) Bioretention/SudS features including pond aquatic/ wetland planting. Details to include sections demonstrating wetland/SudS design profile that maximises biodiversity and water quality. Landscape and Engineering drawings shall be consistent.
ii) Street tree planting that ensures coherence of character along streets and no conflict with street lighting. Bioretention tree pit proposals consistent with other disciplines.
iii) Details of the replacement planting scheme of Tree line 2 within Hedge 3, including species type, size, age, planting density, and long term management. The submitted scheme must demonstrate that the planting will provide an equivalent level of visual screening as that of the existing treeline. The replacement planting shall restore the Tree line in its entirety as required by Map 5.2 of the planning scheme, i.e. without the proposed gaps including the one indicated as a potential future connection. Note a minimum 2 m planting strip is required along the centreline of the existing Tree Line with at least a 2m ecological buffer either side. All drawings to be consistent across disciplines.
iv) Planting on the re-graded landscape immediately south of Block 05 shall be small to medium mixed native trees. The applicant shall submit sections that detail the landscape proposals.
v). Street trees to incorporate bioretention and be consistent with Engineering proposals with sufficient space provided underground for street trees and urban trees.
b) The planting shall be carried out in accordance with the said details within the first planting season following commencement of development.
c) Any plants which die, are removed or become seriously damaged or diseased, shall be replaced within the next planting season with others of similar size and species, unless
otherwise agreed in writing with the planning authority.
REASON: In the interest of visual/residential amenity and biodiversity, to ensure long-term continuity and consistency in management of newly planted trees, shrubs and other vegetation, and compliance with Specific Objectives GI 42, GI 43, GI 45, Section 5.5 including GI 59 and GI 65 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme (as amended).

15. Play
a) Prior to the commencement of landscape development of residential open spaces, the following shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority:
Final design and 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 4.6.3, 4.7.1, 4.7.2, and 4.7.3 of the Amenity Space Guidance Document.
b) Upon completion of each play space and prior to occupation of the residential units within the subject development, the following shall be submitted for the written agreement of the Planning Authority:
A play map in GIS format, to the Irish Transverse Mercator projection in metres, which details all play provision provided for in accordance with 4.6.3, 4.7.1 and 4.7.2 of the Cherrywood Amenity Space Guidance Document.
REASON: To ensure the compliance with GI 72 of the Cherrywood Planning Scheme and Sections 4.6.3, 4.7.1, 4.7.2 and 4.7.3 of the Cherrywood Amenity Space Guidance Document.

Countywide Surface Water
16. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €134.73 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
17. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €2021.01 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
18. The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €11,317.65 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.

19. This development shall not be carried out without prior agreement, in writing, between the Applicant and the Planning Authority relating to the payment of development contributions.
REASON: Investment by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council in Local Authority works has facilitated and will facilitate the proposed development. It is considered appropriate and reasonable that the developer should contribute to the cost of same.

CHERRYWOOD CONDITION
20.The Developer shall, prior to commencement or as otherwise agreed in writing with the Planning Authority, pay the sum of €17,732.13 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.

Bond Condition
21. 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 €2,900.00 which shall be renewed by the developer from time to time as required during the course of the development and kept in force by him 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 €1,800.00 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. OR/...
c) Lodgement with the Planning Authority of a Letter of Guarantee by any body approved by the Planning Authority for the purpose in respect of the proposed development in accordance with the guarantee scheme agreed with the Planning Authority and such lodgement in any case has been acknowledged in writing by the Council.
REASON: To ensure that a ready sanction may be available to the Council to induce the provision of services and prevent disamenity in the development.

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: 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: 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

- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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/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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [DZ25A/0318/WEB](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0318-WEB.md): Lands within the townland of Brennanstown, Dublin 18. Granted (20 Aug 2025). 24 new two-storey houses off the Druid's Glen road in Brennanstown.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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/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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [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.
- [D15A/0667](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0667.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Granted (23 Mar 2016). Refurbishes an outbuilding at Glendruid Mews to add living space to the existing house.
- [D15A/0187](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D15A-0187.md): Glendruid Mews, Brennanstown Road, Cabinteely, Dublin 18 (corner with Lehaunstown Lane). Refused or withdrawn (13 May 2015). Replaces a storage shed with a two-storey extension to a house at Glendruid Mews.
- [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.
- [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.
- [PC/CSDZ/005/2021](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/PC-CSDZ-005-2021.md): Cherrywood Strategic Development Zone, Townland of Laughanstown, County Dublin. Granted (5 Jul 2021). A council plan for a regional storm water pond (Pond 2A) in Laughanstown, draining to the Cabinteely River.
- [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.
- [D07A/1723](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/D07A-1723.md): Lehaunstown Bungalow, Lehaunstown Lane, Cabinteely, Co. Dublin. Refused or withdrawn (11 Feb 2008). Demolishes Lehaunstown Bungalow and builds a replacement house.

## Links

- [This page on CherrywoodPlans](https://cherrywoodplans.com/application/DZ25A-0515-WEB)
- [Council record, documents and conditions (DLR planning portal)](https://planning.agileapplications.ie/dunlaoghaire/application-details/102832)
- [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._