Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the local need criteria required for a replacement dwelling in a rural area as set out in the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation to demonstrate compliance with the local need criteria, specifically the requirement to have resided in the rural area for a substantial period (c. 12 years).
- Under Policy RH23, the demolition and replacement of a dwelling in a rural area is subject to the applicant meeting the local need criteria defined in Policy RH2.
- Granting permission in the absence of a demonstrated local housing need would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH2Policy RH4Policy RH9Policy RH9(iv)Policy RH10Policy RH11Policy RH17Policy RH23Section 4.12Section 4.13Section 4.13.6Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17Section 16.4.3
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to demolish an existing two-storey derelict dwelling and construct a replacement bungalow and domestic garage at Curryhills, Prosperous, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area approximately 140m outside the Town Plan boundary of Prosperous. The application was refused because the applicant did not demonstrate compliance with the local housing need criteria required by Policies RH2 and RH23 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023, particularly re...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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