Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 24-hour operation would result in an intensification of use incompatible with the 'Existing Residential' zoning, causing significant negative impacts on residential amenity through noise, light pollution, and late-night activity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The extension to 24-hour opening would result in prolonged footfall and activity, leading to unacceptable noise and light pollution during sensitive night-time and early morning hours.
- The intensification of use is considered irreconcilable with the 'Existing Residential' zoning objective, which is specifically intended to protect, provide, and improve residential amenities.
- The proposal would likely attract late-night social congregating and impulse retail trips, creating a nuisance that undermines the proper planning and sustainable development of the residential area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027Existing Residential Zoning Objective
Decision Document Summary
Ard Services Limited applied for permission to extend the operating hours of the Circle K service station on Castlecomer Road, Kilkenny, to a 24-hour daily basis. The subject site is situated in a predominantly residential area zoned 'Existing Residential' in the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027. The application was refused because the Planning Authority determined that the 24-hour operation would lead to an intensification of use and associated environmental impacts—such as n...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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