Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its detrimental impact on the character of the Castle Architectural Conservation Area, the use of a substandard access road, and significant flood risk within Zones A and B.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 5-meter breach in the historic 19th-century limestone wall would erode the character and sense of enclosure of the Castle Architectural Conservation Area.
- The access via Canal Walk is substandard in width, creating traffic safety conflicts and being premature pending the completion of the Local Transport Plan (SUMP).
- The site is significantly impacted by Flood Zones A and B, making the proposed residential development highly vulnerable and contrary to proper flood risk management.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and Environs Development Plan 2021-2027Section 10.2.6.2Section 4.4.5 of DMURS
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a two-storey dormer residence and detached garage in the side garden of an existing house at Canal Walk, Kilkenny City. The site is located within the Castle Architectural Conservation Area and is bordered by a significant 19th-century limestone wall. The application was refused on three main grounds: the detrimental impact of the new entrance on the historic wall and ACA character, the inadequacy of the narrow access road for additional motorized traffic (espe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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