Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to inappropriate rural siting and design that fails to integrate with the landscape, the creation of an unnecessary new road access in a high-speed zone, and an oversized domestic garage lacking justification.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The dwelling's siting away from existing structures and its poor design, including excessive hardstanding, contravene rural design policies and would set an undesirable precedent for the erosion of rural character.
- The creation of a new vehicular access onto a road with an 80kmph speed limit is contrary to policies discouraging the proliferation of access points where shared access is feasible.
- The proposed domestic garage exceeds the maximum floor area of 40sqm permitted under the development plan without adequate justification.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy HOP12Appendix 4 Rural House Design GuideSection 15.7.6Section 15.4.13
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and garage at Dairy Lane, Castledermot, in a rural area under strong urban influence. While the applicants demonstrated compliance with local need criteria, the Planning Authority refused the application on three primary grounds. The dwelling was deemed to have an inappropriate siting that failed to cluster with existing buildings, featuring a suburban design with excessive hardstanding. Additionally, the proposed new entrance was consi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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