Core Refusal Reason
The structure, while described as a home office/games room, was found to be fully equipped for independent human habitation, which is contrary to the Kildare County Development Plan standards for ancillary garden units.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- Internal inspections revealed a fully equipped kitchen, bathroom, and bedroom with a mattress, indicating the structure is set up for independent human habitation rather than ancillary use.
- The development is contrary to Section 15.4.13 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029, which expressly states such units shall not be used for human habitation.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that injure the residential amenity of the area and depreciate property values.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.4.13Celbridge Local Area Plan 2017-2023
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a single-storey garden structure at 17 Willow Lawn, Celbridge, intended for use as a home office and games room. Although the site is located within an established residential area, site inspections by the Planning Authority and Enforcement section confirmed the building was fitted out as a self-contained living unit. Permission was refused because the use for human habitation violates specific County Development Plan policies regarding ancillary str...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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