Michael O’Flynn housing project blocked

A major housing development planned by Cork developer Michael O’Flynn has been blocked amid concerns over flooding risks.

Mr O’Flynn’s proposed 164-house development in Cabinteely, south Dublin, was refused planning permission by Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council last week after it deemed it to be “unacceptable” and at risk of flooding.

The council also added that the proposed development was “contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area” and could “seriously injure the amenities or depreciate the value of property in the vicinity”, according to the Sunday Business Post.