Nursing Home extension plan refused due to flooding concerns

PLANS for a 12-bedroom extension to the Glenaulin Nursing Home in Chapelizod have been refused permission by Dublin City Council due to flooding concerns.

The nursing home submitted the planning application last March, outlining the proposed works to the facility.

The development was to consist of a two-storey, flat-roofed, 12-bedroom extension to the rear northern elevation of the existing three-storey Glenaulin Nursing Home.

The demolition of an existing detached shed on the eastern site boundary and all associated site works were included.

It was noted in the planning application that the nursing home building is a protected structure.

Last month, the council refused planning permission for the extension as it was identified as being located in a flood zone.

“The site is currently undefended, and the proposed development is classified as ‘highly vulnerable’ development,” stated the council in its decision.

“The riverbank along the northern site boundary appears to have been strengthened by rock armour to prevent bank erosion.

“The proposal brings new built development significantly closer to the river increasing the urbanisation of the riparian zone.”

The proposed development would also “limit any future opportunities for river rehabilitation, enhancement of the riparian zone, floodplain and implementation of flood alleviation schemes.”

Other grounds for refusal included the council’s concerns about the applicant’s plans to divert a foul sewer, as the diversion would bring the sewer closer to the existing floodplain and could increase the risk of contamination.

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