Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the shed and hardstand for agricultural storage would negatively impact residential amenity due to its proximity to neighboring houses and its position forward of the established building line.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proximity of the storage shed and associated hardstand to neighboring houses would seriously injure residential amenities and depreciate property values in the vicinity.
- The siting of the shed forward of the existing dwelling house infringes upon the established building line of the residential development in the area.
- The development is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, particularly regarding its impact on a visually sensitive rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.1Section 11.6.4
Decision Document Summary
Anthony Casey sought retention permission for a 93sqm storage shed and associated hardstand at Liss, Castlecove, Co. Kerry. The site is located in a rural, visually sensitive area on a narrow cul-de-sac. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the shed's proximity to neighboring residences and its agricultural use would negatively affect residential amenity. Furthermore, the structure's position forward of the established building line was deemed inappropriate and contrary...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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