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(A) Retention Permission to retain the parts of the alteration and extension works completed to date to the house and site boundary. And (B) Permission for development to complete the construction of the alteration and extension works to the house including all necessary site works. (C) Permission to construct a septic tank and percolation area including decommissioning the existing tank
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes sub-standard residential development and over-development of a confined site that is out of character with the established pattern of development in the vicinity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and layout of the proposed housing unit result in a sub-standard residential development that would provide inadequate amenities for future residents.
- The scale of the extension works on a highly restricted, triangular site of approximately 330sqm constitutes over-development with insufficient provision for private open space.
- The development is inconsistent with the established residential pattern of the area and would be injurious to the amenities of adjoining properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Corca Dhuibhne Electoral Area Local Area Plan 2021-2027Castleisland-Corca Dhuibhne Municipal District Settlements’ Plan 2025Existing Residential Zoning
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Pat O’Shea, sought retention and completion permission for the alteration and extension of a small structure (originally 12.82sqm) into a dwelling, along with the installation of a septic tank on a separate plot across the public road at Gurteen North, Annascaul. The subject site is a confined, triangular plot of approximately 330sqm located within the village development boundary. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that the proposal represents over-develo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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