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for a proposed amendment to the granted planning permission reference 2360080, the proposed amendment is as follows, (a) demolition the existing single storey house, (b) construct a replacement single storey house with a self-contained and attached family flat, within the existing single storey house footprint and as per plans granted under the planning reference 2360080 and (c) all associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The applicant failed to provide sufficient justification or documentary evidence to support the demolition of an existing habitable dwelling, which materially contravenes Policy HO P20 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The existing 76.5sqm dwelling appears to be habitable based on a site inspection, and no evidence was submitted to demonstrate that it is no longer suitable for habitation.
  • The proposal to demolish the existing structure and rebuild an identical layout to a previously approved extension scheme lacks the necessary justification required under Policy HO P20.
  • Demolition of a habitable dwelling without demonstrating it is the most sustainable option materially contravenes the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029 and is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy HO P20Chapter 3 – HousingChapter 15 - Development Management StandardsSection 15.4.12Section 15.4.14

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought planning permission for the demolition of an existing single-storey dwelling and the construction of a replacement house with an attached family flat at Derrymullen, Robertstown, Co. Kildare. The site is located south of the Grand Canal and Bond Bridge. While a previous application for extensions to the same footprint was granted, the Planning Authority refused this application because the applicant failed to provide documentary evidence or a sustainability justification for...
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