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a) The construction of a new 292.4sq.m single storey, part flat roof, part pitched roof family dwelling, b) A new proprietary wastewater treatment system and polishing filter to serve the new dwelling, c) A new vehicular entrance to serve the new dwelling, d) All associated site & landscaping works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to poor site selection in a highly sensitive landscape, the excessive removal of roadside hedgerows, and the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development represents poor site selection and design within the Blackstairs and Mount Leinster Uplands Landscape Character Area, which has a high landscape sensitivity rating of 5 and low capacity to absorb rural housing.
  • The removal of approximately 60m of existing roadside hedgerow and a stone ditch to achieve sightlines would materially contravene policies intended to protect local landscape character and biodiversity.
  • The applicant failed to satisfactorily demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in accordance with the criteria for Rural Generated Housing Need set out in the Carlow County Development Plan 2022-2028.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy RH. P6Policy RD. P1Chapter 13Section 3.16Section 3.16.2Policy LA. P10Section 10.6Policy WT. P1Policy WT. P2Policy WT. P4

Decision Document Summary

Lema Murphy sought permission for a 292.4sq.m single-storey dwelling, a proprietary wastewater treatment system, and a new vehicular entrance at Ballyglisheen, Ballymurphy, Borris, Co. Carlow. The site is located within the highly sensitive Blackstairs and Mount Leinster Uplands Landscape Character Area. Carlow County Council refused the application because the proposal constituted poor site selection that would negatively impact the landscape, required the excessive removal of 60m of roadside h...
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