Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because the applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in an area under urban influence, and the proposed dwelling would be visually obtrusive on a prominent, sensitive coastal landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not demonstrate a functional rural housing need as required by Objective KCDP 5-15 for areas designated as being under urban influence.
- The proposed development would be visually obtrusive on a prominent and exposed coastal site within a designated Visually Sensitive Area, seriously injuring the visual amenities of the locality.
- The erection of a dwelling at this location would constitute an excessive density of development that would interfere with the character of the landscape and conflict with objectives to preserve the rural environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 5-15Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Objective KCDP 11-79Section 5.5.1.2Section 11.6Section 11.6.3.1
Decision Document Summary
Martyn Charles Hicks sought permission to construct a 130sqm single-storey dwelling and associated services on a 0.29ha greenfield site at Tiduff, Ballyheigue, Co. Kerry. The site is located in a prominent, elevated coastal area overlooking the sea, designated as a Visually Sensitive Area under the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028. Kerry County Council refused the application because the applicant, who currently resides in Tralee, did not meet the criteria for rural housing need in an are...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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