Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission (and the Board concurred) because the proposed residential development is consistent with the 'A2 – New Residential' zoning objective, provides an appropriate density for the town of Kells, and would not seriously injure the residential amenities of the area or the character of nearby protected structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 32 units per hectare is consistent with the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027 and national guidance for 'outer suburban' sites in larger towns like Kells.
- The layout and design of the scheme provide for adequate residential amenity for future occupants and maintain sufficient separation distances (22-26m) to prevent overlooking of existing neighboring properties.
- Infrastructure constraints regarding traffic safety and wastewater capacity were investigated and found to be manageable through compliance with a Stage 1/2 Road Safety Audit and conditions requiring a CCTV survey of the foul network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.8.10DM POL 4DM POL 6DM POL 8DM OBJ 14DM OBJ 18DM OBJ 21DM OBJ 22DM OBJ 24DM OBJ 26DM POL 9Section 11.5.12Section 11.5.26DM OBJ 50
Decision Document Summary
This report evaluates a proposal by Avenir Homes Ltd. for the demolition of the Gaeil Colmcille GAA Clubhouse and the construction of 50 two-storey houses (18 three-bed and 32 two-bed units) on a 1.567ha site at Gardenrath Road Lower, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is a former pitch and putt course zoned for residential use. Both first-party and third-party appeals were lodged; the applicant appealed a financial contribution condition (Condition 20), while residents cited concerns over density, traf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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