2660151

To part demolish the existing single storey dwelling, • To extend, renovate & re-roof the existing single storey dwelling incorporating rooms at attic floor level, • To part demolish the existing single storey garage, • To re-roof the remainder of the existing garage, incorporating a carport and storage at attic floor level, • To re-roof existing outbuildings to rear and for all associated site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development is considered a full redevelopment rather than a sensitive extension, failing to respect the character, scale, and mass of the existing dwelling and its sensitive rural location within the Eastern Uplands.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and design of the proposal constitute a full redevelopment rather than an extension, significantly altering the original dwelling's character and massing beyond recognition.
  • The development fails to demonstrate sensitivity to the rural landscape of the Eastern Uplands, an area where policy seeks to protect high amenity and reinforce local distinctiveness.
  • The proposal lacks sufficient topographical data and design mitigation to ensure it does not result in adverse overlooking or overshadowing of adjacent residential properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 9.3Chapter 15Section 15.4.12Section 15.4.13Appendix 4 Rural House Design GuideHO O48HO P12HO O53HO P17HO P20

Decision Document Summary

Damian & Rhonda Duffy sought planning permission for the extensive renovation, extension, and re-roofing of an existing single-storey dwelling at Timbervale, Kilteel, Co. Kildare. Located in a rural-agricultural area within the Eastern Uplands, the project involved increasing the ridge height from 4.4m to 6.9m and significantly altering all elevations. The application was refused because the works were deemed a de facto new dwelling rather than a sensitive extension, failing to comply with Count...
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