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for the construction of a part single storey part two storey four bedroom detached dwelling along with single storey detached storage shed, new on-site effluent treatment system, percolation area and soakpit, new entrance on to the L5050 (Dunboyne/Leixlip Road) along with all other necessary ancillary site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inappropriate siting and design that fails to integrate with the rural landscape, and the inability to assess wastewater safety because the trial hole was filled in.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development fails to integrate with its physical surroundings and the established pattern of development, creating potential for undesirable infill development contrary to Policy HO P12.
  • The design and scale of the dwelling, specifically its 8.7m height, are considered obtrusive and out of character with the receiving rural environment.
  • The filling of the trial hole prior to inspection prevented a necessary assessment of water table levels, making the proposal prejudicial to groundwater quality and public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy HO P12Policy HO P11Policy HOP26Objective HOO59Appendix 4Chapter 15Section 15.4.13Section 3.13.3Table 3.4

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Jessica Oatway, proposed the construction of a new dwelling, detached storage shed, and on-site effluent treatment system on a 0.206 Ha greenfield site at Catherinestown, Leixlip. Kildare County Council refused permission primarily because the dwelling's siting and excessive height (8.7m) failed to integrate with the rural landscape and established development patterns, contrary to the Rural House Design Guide. Furthermore, the planning authority was unable to assess the impact on...
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