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for detached single storey timber cabin & its associated works, including private car parking spaces etc., and Planning Permission for the relocation of the timber cabin to connect it to the rear of the existing dwelling house to form an extension to the house, demolition of the existing shed to rear of existing house, relocation of ex. car space to rear & revision of entrance to rear car parking space off laneway & all associated alterations to boundary treatment, all located at the rear garden of

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed timber cabin extension is considered out of character with the established residential pattern, fails to integrate with the design of the main dwelling, and would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The timber cabin form of construction is not in keeping with the established design or pattern of development in the residential area.
  • The proposal would set an undesirable precedent for the proliferation of similar structures, which would be injurious to the visual and residential amenities of the locality.
  • The development is contrary to the 'Objective B' zoning of the Kilcock Local Area Plan 2015-2021, which aims to protect and improve existing residential amenity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 15 - Development Management StandardsObjective B 'Existing/Permitted Residential'

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought retention and relocation of a detached timber cabin to connect it to the rear of an existing two-storey terrace dwelling at 715 Courtown Road, Kilcock. The site is located within an established residential area zoned 'Objective B' in the Kilcock Local Area Plan. Kildare County Council refused the application because the timber cabin's design and materials are considered uncharacteristic of the surrounding setting and fail to integrate with the existing house. The planning au...
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