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to 1. Provide a new vehicular entrance and gravelled access to my lands 2. Close the existing entrance 3. Remove and restore part of the existing gravelled access

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal involves an unjustified subdivision of land to facilitate the parking of a non-ancillary works trailer, which would negatively impact residential amenity and lacks sufficient technical detail regarding environmental and wastewater impacts.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would facilitate the parking of a works trailer on a hardstanding area disconnected from the primary dwelling, which is considered contrary to the residential amenities of the adjoining property and would set an undesirable precedent for similar development.
  • The applicant failed to provide adequate details regarding the construction and build-up of the hardstanding area, particularly concerning its proximity to the Lackendragaun watercourse located within 35m of the site.
  • Insufficient information was submitted to demonstrate that the proposed entrance, driveway, and hardstanding would not negatively impact the existing wastewater treatment system and percolation area, posing a potential risk to public health and the environment.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Daniel Cashin, sought permission for a new vehicular entrance and gravelled access at Carrigatna, Kilmoganny, Co. Kilkenny, to facilitate the parking of a works trailer and timber storage. The proposal also included closing an existing entrance. Kilkenny County Council refused the application on the grounds that the development would create an unusual subdivision of the landholding, separating the access from the main dwelling in a manner that would be prejudicial to the residenti...
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