Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to excessive density that is out of character with the rural village setting and for prejudicing the delivery of a planned strategic link road identified in the draft Kilmacow Masterplan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed density of 27.2 units per hectare significantly exceeds the recommended 15-20 units per hectare for rural villages, making it out of character with the surrounding pattern of detached dwellings.
- The development layout would prejudice the provision of a strategic east-to-west link road between the L3403 and L3401, which is a key objective of the draft Kilmacow Masterplan.
- The proposal failed to demonstrate adequate traffic safety measures, specifically regarding obstructed sightlines at the site entrance and the lack of a comprehensive Traffic and Transport Assessment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.8Section 13.4.1Section 10.28Section 13.20.2.1Section 13.20.3Section 13.20.4
Decision Document Summary
CSC Construction Limited proposed the erection of 15 fully serviced dwelling houses on a greenfield site in the townland of Dangan, upper Kilmacow village. The application was refused primarily because the proposed density of 27.2 units per hectare was considered excessive and inconsistent with the rural character of the area. Additionally, the layout was found to conflict with a planned link road objective in the draft Kilmacow Masterplan and failed to address critical traffic safety concerns, ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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