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for (A) Demolition of existing domestic shed building located in the rear/side garden of existing dwelling, (B) construction of new larger building in the read/side garden of existing dwelling. The subject building is proposed to facilitate a home office, home gym and games/entertainment space ancillary to the main dwelling, (C) Connection to existing site services, landscaping and all associated development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development constitutes an unauthorized independent living unit that exceeds size and height standards for ancillary structures and materially contravenes the 'Existing Residential/Infill' zoning objective.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The structure functions as an independent living unit with a fully fitted kitchen and bathroom, which is contrary to the description of development and the site's residential zoning objective.
  • The building fails to comply with Section 15.4.13 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029 as it exceeds the 40sqm maximum floor area and 5m maximum ridge height for ancillary garden rooms.
  • The development represents a sub-standard form of residential accommodation that would set an undesirable precedent and seriously injure the residential amenities of the vicinity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 15.4.13Section 15.4.14Newbridge LAP 2013-2019 Zoning Objective B

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought retention permission for a 49sqm building in the rear/side garden of a residence at 1582 Pairc Mhuire, Newbridge, ostensibly for use as a home office and gym. Site inspections by the Planning Department revealed that the structure is actually a fully-serviced independent living unit, which is not permitted under the current zoning and fails to meet the standards for either ancillary garden rooms or family flats. Consequently, the application was refused as it represents sub-...
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