Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need or intrinsic ties to the Kilbrew area, and the proposed dwelling's scale and design were deemed inappropriate for the rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentary evidence to demonstrate compliance with the 'local need' criteria or establish intrinsic ties to the Kilbrew area as required for rural areas under strong urban influence.
- The proposed two-storey Georgian-style dwelling, characterized by excessive ridge height, bulk, and scale, was considered an incongruous feature that would fail to assimilate into the rural surroundings.
- The development would materially contravene Meath County Development Plan policies RD POL 1 and RD POL 2, which seek to manage one-off housing and protect the identity of rural areas near urban centers.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 9Section 10.4RUR DEV SP 2Meath Rural Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a two-storey detached house, stables, and a proprietary wastewater treatment system at Kilbrew, Ashbourne, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence' where housing is restricted to those with a functional or social need. Meath County Council refused the application because the applicant, whose primary employment is in graphic design and who resides 7.5km away, failed to establish a site-specific housing nee...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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