Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development exceeds the maximum density of 30 units per square kilometre for single rural dwellings as set out in Objective HO O59, leading to the erosion of rural character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing density of one-off housing in the vicinity is 43 units per square kilometre, which already exceeds the maximum threshold of 30 units permitted under Objective HO O59.
- The applicant failed to adequately demonstrate a genuine local housing need as required by the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029 for this rural zone.
- The development would exacerbate an existing pattern of haphazard ribbon development, resulting in the further depletion and serious injury of the area's rural character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HO O59Section 3.13.3Table 3.4Chapter 3Chapter 12Appendix 4 Rural House Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
Rebecca Murphy sought permission for a 171m² bungalow and a 50m² domestic garage on a 0.3 ha site at Feighcullen, Rathangan, Co. Kildare. The application was refused by Kildare County Council primarily because the local housing density of 43 units per square kilometre significantly exceeds the 30-unit limit defined in Objective HO O59 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029. Additionally, the planner noted that the applicant did not sufficiently establish a local housing need and that t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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