Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in the unjustified proliferation of access points onto a public road and the unwarranted removal of native hedgerows, contrary to the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide adequate justification for a second entrance to serve an existing dwelling that already has a functional access point.
- The development would lead to the proliferation of access points on a public road, which is discouraged under the County Development Plan to maintain road safety and rural character.
- The proposal involves the unwarranted removal of native hedgerows, which would negatively impact local biodiversity and the character of the rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy TM O102Policy BI P6Objective BI O26Policy LR P1Objective LR O1Objective LR O4Section 15.7.5Section 15.7.6
Decision Document Summary
Tim and Mary Dooley sought permission for a new residential recessed entrance at Tullywood House, Coughlanstown West, Ballymore Eustace, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area characterized by pastoral grazing and mature hedgerows. The application was refused because the dwelling already possesses an existing entrance, and the applicant failed to demonstrate a sufficient need for a second access point. Consequently, the proposal was deemed to result in an unnecessary proliferation of r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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