Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine local housing need, excessive residential density, the exacerbation of ribbon development, inappropriate architectural design, and unsuitable site conditions for wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to adequately demonstrate a genuine local social or economic need to reside in the rural area, and the proposal would result in a housing density exceeding 30 units per square kilometre.
- The development would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development and features an inappropriate design that fails to integrate with the rural character of the area.
- Evidence of a high water table and poor soil percolation indicates the site cannot safely accommodate an on-site wastewater treatment system, posing a risk to public health and groundwater quality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HO P13HO P12HO P27HO P11Section 3.13Section 3.14HO P26HO O59Appendix 4 Rural House Design GuideChapter 15 Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a detached dormer bungalow, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Turnings Lower Straffan, Co. Kildare. The site is situated in a rural area under strong urban influence already characterized by extensive ribbon development. Kildare County Council refused permission on multiple grounds, primarily citing the lack of demonstrated local need, excessive density, poor architectural integration, and significant technical concerns regarding the site's ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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