Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is excessive in scale relative to the original cottage, fails to integrate architecturally with the existing structure, and its layout suggests the creation of an unauthorized second dwelling unit in an unserviced rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and bulk of the 92.5sqm extension fail to integrate with the original 65.4sqm cottage and do not comply with the 'Building a House in Rural Kerry- Design Guidelines'.
- The internal configuration, including a kitchen, dining/living room, and bathroom, indicates the extension could function as a second independent dwelling unit, which is considered highly implausible for a standard extension.
- The proposal contravenes rural housing policies (Section 5.5 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028) by increasing residential density in an unserviced rural area under urban influence.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-15KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78Section 5.5Section 5.5.1Section 5.5.1.2Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.2
Decision Document Summary
Albert Moriarty sought permission for a 92.5sqm extension and a new effluent treatment system for an existing 65.4sqm cottage at Ownagarry, Killorglin. The site is located in a rural area designated as 'Rural General' and 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence'. Kerry County Council refused permission because the extension's scale and design (specifically the roof pitch) were unsympathetic to the original cottage. Furthermore, the planner concluded that the extension's layout effectively created a se...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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