Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes over-development of a confined town centre site, providing sub-standard residential accommodation and negatively impacting the Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents over-development of a restricted site, resulting in excessive site coverage, inadequate private open space, and a lack of off-street parking.
- The proposed 37sqm two-bedroom unit fails to meet the minimum floor area standards set out in the 2025 Apartment Guidelines, constituting sub-standard residential development.
- The design and external finishes are out of character with the surrounding Architectural Conservation Area and contravene Objective KENMD-KE-15 of the Kenmare MD LAP.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kenmare Municipal District Local Area Plan 2024-2030Objective KENMD-KE-15Planning Design Standards for Apartments – Guidelines for Planning Authorities, 2025
Decision Document Summary
Sean McCarthy sought permission to erect a 37sqm single-storey ancillary rental accommodation unit in the rear yard of No. 16 Henry Street, a three-storey end-of-terrace building in Kenmare town centre. The site is located within a designated Architectural Conservation Area. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that it constitutes over-development of a confined site, provides sub-standard living conditions due to insufficient floor area and private open space, and would ne...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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