Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would exacerbate an existing pattern of ribbon development and lead to the suburbanisation of transitional lands on the periphery of Castledermot, detracting from the rural character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents piecemeal growth that would extend an existing ribbon of residential dwellings, contrary to Policy HO P13 which seeks to restrict such patterns.
- The proposal would detract from the open character of transitional lands located immediately outside the settlement boundary of Castledermot, violating Policy HO P15.
- The project would facilitate the suburbanisation of the rural area and set an inappropriate precedent for future development that would erode the rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HO P11HO P12HO P13HO P15HO P17HO P18HO P19HO P20HO O5115.4.13BI P6BI O26BI O27HPO 26Table 3.4
Decision Document Summary
Graham Murphy applied for planning permission to construct a new dwelling, garage, and entrance at Woodlands East, Castledermot, Co. Kildare. The site is situated on transitional lands approximately 117 metres west of the Castledermot settlement boundary. Kildare County Council refused the application on the grounds that the proposal would extend an existing ribbon of five houses, leading to urban sprawl and the suburbanisation of the rural periphery. The Planning Authority concluded that the de...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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