Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is considered an inappropriate use in a rural area and would necessitate the unjustified removal of 45m of mature native hedgerow, negatively impacting local biodiversity and landscape character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal constitutes inappropriate development in a rural area as the applicant does not reside on the subject site, and granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar non-resource-based developments.
- The removal of 45m of mature roadside hedgerow to facilitate a new entrance is considered excessive and contrary to County Development Plan policies regarding the protection of biodiversity and green infrastructure.
- The development is contrary to the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029 and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.3Objective RD O2Objective RD O6Section 15.7.5Section 12.9Policy BI P6Objective BI O26Objective BI O27Section 3.14
Decision Document Summary
Jason Dalton sought permission for a 110sqm domestic storage shed and a new splayed entrance at Gallowshill, Athy, Co. Kildare. The site is located in an unzoned rural area approximately 0.5km southeast of Athy. Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the development was deemed inappropriate for a rural setting—noting the applicant resides 3km away in Athy—and because the project required the removal of nearly the entire 45m roadside hedgerow, which would significantly h...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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