Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a qualifying rural housing need in an area under significant urban influence, and the proposal presented significant concerns regarding visual impact, traffic safety, and public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not satisfy the requirements of Objective KCDP 5-14, failing to demonstrate an exceptional rural-generated housing need for a site designated as a Rural Area under Significant Urban Influence.
- The scale, bulk, and excessive setback of the proposed dwelling would fail to integrate into the landscape, resulting in an unduly obtrusive development contrary to Objective KCDP 11-78.
- The proposal would endanger public safety due to restricted sightlines creating a traffic hazard and failed to provide sufficient evidence that effluent could be safely disposed of on-site without prejudice to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22Objective KCDP 5-14Section 5.5.1.1Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3.2
Decision Document Summary
Jonathan O Shea proposed the construction of a 256sqm two-storey dwelling and wastewater treatment system on a 0.38 ha site at Leath West, Abbeydorney, Tralee. The site is situated in a rural area under significant urban influence near the applicant's place of employment. Kerry County Council refused the application as the applicant failed to meet rural settlement policy criteria, the design was considered visually incompatible with the landscape, and the development posed unresolved risks to tr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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