23487

1. Construction of agricultural entrance consisting of wing walls and gates within existing mature boundary onto main road. 2. The removal of minimum hedgerow to accommodate same and relevant sightlines in both directions 3. and all ancillary site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal lacks a clear agricultural rationale and features an inappropriate design (concrete block wing walls) that is considered an unnecessary and visually intrusive intervention in a rural landscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide a clear rationale for the development or specific details regarding the current and proposed use of the lands, including traffic frequency and vehicle types.
  • The proposed construction of concrete block wing walls is deemed an unnecessary and inappropriate urban-style intervention for an agricultural entrance in a rural area.
  • Insufficient information was submitted regarding the applicant's other land holdings in the vicinity, preventing a full assessment of the necessity for a new standalone entrance.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy RD P1Objective RD O2Policy RD P2Section 15.7.6Section 5.6Chapter 9Chapter 5Chapter 15

Decision Document Summary

Nora Whelan sought permission for a new agricultural entrance featuring wing walls and gates at Derreens, Caragh, Co. Kildare. The 0.34ha site is situated in a rural townland characterized by mature hedgerows and agricultural land. The planning authority identified significant concerns regarding the lack of a stated rationale for the entrance and the use of concrete block walls, which were deemed an 'unnecessary intervention' in the rural landscape. Consequently, the application was stalled (not...
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