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1) change of use for the existing agricultural structure to an independent living unit 2) internal reconfiguration of same to provide for a lobby, writers nook, living/studio, kitchenette, office and shower room 3) replacement of existing corrugated roof 4) and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Failure to demonstrate compliance with rural housing 'local need' criteria and lack of evidence regarding the capacity of the existing wastewater treatment system to handle additional effluent loading.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a 'local need' for an additional residential unit in a rural area as required by Policy HO P11, particularly as the applicant's housing needs are already met by the existing dwelling on the site.
  • The proposed gross floor area of 42sqm is below the minimum standard of 55sqm for one-bedroom dwellings set out in the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
  • Insufficient information was submitted to demonstrate that the existing wastewater treatment system has the capacity to cater for the additional effluent generated, which would be prejudicial to public health and water quality.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy HO P11Policy HO P22Table 3.4Table 3.14Chapter 3Chapter 13Chapter 15Appendix 4

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for the change of use of an existing agricultural structure to an independent living unit at Wood Road, Narraghmore, Co. Kildare, including internal reconfiguration and roof replacement. Kildare County Council refused the application because the applicant did not establish a 'local need' for a new dwelling in a rural area, noting that the applicant already owns and resides in the existing cottage on the site. Furthermore, the planning authority found the proposed u...
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