Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence' and the development of an apartment block is considered inappropriate for the rural landscape and contrary to vernacular restoration policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a specific rural-generated housing need as required for areas designated as 'Rural Areas Under Urban Influence' under Objective KCDP 5-15.
- The conversion of a derelict dwelling into a four-unit apartment block is contrary to Council policy which does not permit apartment developments in the rural landscape.
- The proposed works do not comply with the sympathetic renovation and restoration standards for vernacular buildings set out in Section 5.7 and Objectives KCDP 5-26 and 5-27 of the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-15KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 5-26KCDP 5-27Section 5.7Section 5.5.2Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3.1
Decision Document Summary
Fionan Murphy sought permission to renovate and extend a derelict two-storey dwelling in Ballymanagh, Valentia, to create four one-bedroom apartments along with a new wastewater treatment system. The site is located within a 'Visually Sensitive' area and a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence'. Kerry County Council refused the application because the applicant did not establish a genuine rural housing need, and the provision of an apartment block was deemed unsuitable for the rural character of the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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