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for the construction of a detached two storey house with single storey side elements, single storey domestic garage, installtion of a secondary effluent treatment system, upgrading of existing agricultural entrance to recessed entrance and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a local housing need, excessive rural housing density in the area, unsuitable site conditions for wastewater treatment, and poor design layout.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need under the economic or social criteria set out in the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
  • The proposed development would exacerbate an already excessive density of rural housing in the area, which currently exceeds the limit of 30 units per square kilometre.
  • The site is unsuitable for an on-site wastewater treatment system due to a high water table and poor soil percolation, posing a significant risk of water pollution and 'ponding'.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 9.3Chapter 3Section 3.13Section 3.13.3Table 3.4Section 3.14HO P11HO P12HO P13HO P14HO P26HO P27HO O43HO O44HO O51HO O59Chapter 13Chapter 15Section 15.4.13Appendix 4

Decision Document Summary

Jack Massey sought planning permission for a two-storey detached rural dwelling, a detached garage, and a new wastewater treatment system at Sherlockstown, Sallins, Co. Kildare. The site is located on unzoned agricultural land in an area under strong urban influence. Kildare County Council refused the application because the applicant did not meet the local need criteria, the area already exceeds the maximum density for one-off housing, and the site's high water table makes it unsuitable for saf...
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