Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing policy, potential environmental impact on a Natura 2000 site due to wastewater arrangements, and the unauthorized demolition of a NIAH-listed heritage structure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to provide documentary evidence to establish a functional economic or social need to reside in an 'Area under Urban Influence' as required by the Rural Housing Policy.
- Significant environmental concerns exist regarding the proposed wastewater treatment system's proximity to a watercourse tributary of the Dinin River SAC, necessitating further justification or relocation.
- The unauthorized demolition of a thatched cottage listed on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage (NIAH) represents a significant loss of vernacular heritage that requires detailed explanation and documentation.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021 – 2027Rural Housing PolicyArea under Urban Influence
Decision Document Summary
Liam and Maryann O’Connor applied for permission to construct a 282sqm dormer dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Cloneen, Crettyard, Co. Kilkenny. The site is situated within an 'Area under Urban Influence' and contains the site of a demolished NIAH-listed thatched cottage. The Planning Authority recommended a request for further information (effectively a preliminary refusal) due to the lack of evidence regarding rural housing need, concerns over the wastewater system's proxim...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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