Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate a functional rural housing need and would result in a significant negative visual impact on a designated Visually Sensitive Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need as required for a site located within a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence'.
- The development would be visually obtrusive and detrimentally affect the character and scenic value of a designated Visually Sensitive Area and protected Views and Prospects.
- The proposal would constitute an excessive density of development in an open coastal landscape, setting an undesirable precedent and injuring the amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-14KCDP 5-15KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78KCDP 11-79Section 5.5.1.2Section 11.6
Decision Document Summary
This application by Joanne and Vivian Prendergast proposed the construction of a 262.40sqm single-storey dwelling and a 21.2sqm garage on a 0.520 HA greenfield site at Slievawaddra, Ballyduff, Co. Kerry. The site is situated in an open, exposed coastal landscape designated as a Visually Sensitive Area. Kerry County Council refused permission primarily because the applicants failed to establish a rural housing need in accordance with the County Development Plan. Additionally, the planning authori...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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