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for (A) construction of a single type house, (B) garage /store for domestic use, (C) the installation of an Oakstown BAF wastewater treatment plant with polishing filter percolation area and (D) upgrading of existing agricultural entrance to a new combined vehicular recessed entrance and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would exacerbate and extend an existing pattern of ribbon development and erode the open character of transitional lands outside Carragh village, contrary to policies HOP13 and HOP15 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would extend an established pattern of ribbon development (c. 12 houses per 250m), contrary to Policy HOP13 which seeks to restrict such sprawl.
  • The site is situated on transitional lands where Policy HOP15 requires the preservation of open character and a clear demarcation between urban and rural areas.
  • Permitting the dwelling would contribute to the erosion of the rural-urban boundary and create potential for further undesirable 'gap sites' in the vicinity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy HOP11Policy HOP12Policy HOP13Policy HOP14Policy HOP15Policy HOP22Policy HOP26Policy HOP27Policy HOP30Policy HOP33Objective HOO43Objective HOO50Objective HOO51Objective HOO52Objective HOO59Chapter 3Chapter 13Chapter 15Appendix 4Table 3.4Section 3.13.3

Decision Document Summary

David Malone sought permission for a single-storey house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Raheens, Carragh, Co. Kildare, located on a 0.2ha site just outside the village boundary. While the applicant met local need criteria, the Planning Authority refused the application because the area is considered overdeveloped with significant ribbon development. The inspector concluded that the proposal would further extend this linear pattern and detract from the open character of transitional ...
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