Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine need for a family flat as required by the County Development Plan, exacerbated by the fact that the property is currently for sale.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation or evidence, such as medical letters, to demonstrate a genuine need for a family flat for an immediate family member.
- The property is currently advertised for sale as containing a separate detached unit, which is contrary to the policy requirement that family flats be returned to a single dwelling unit when no longer required.
- The proposed 2m high garden wall to the front of the family flat is considered to result in a negative visual impact on the character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.4.14
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention for the conversion of a detached garage into a family flat, along with permission for a linking corridor and a 2m high garden wall at Bawnogues, Straffan, Co. Kildare. Kildare County Council refused the application because it did not meet the criteria of Section 15.4.14 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029 regarding the demonstration of genuine need. The planning authority noted that the dwelling is currently for sale and advertised as having a separate ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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