Core Refusal Reason
The proposed conversion of a detached garage to a studio apartment would result in a substandard residential unit, over-development of the site, and contravenes the 'family flat' policy (Section 13.15) of the Kilkenny County Development Plan 2021-2027.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change of use would result in a substandard residential unit in terms of internal amenity for future occupants and existing residents.
- The development constitutes over-development of the site due to the inadequate provision of high-quality open space.
- The proposal fails to comply with Section 13.15 of the Development Plan as the unit is detached from the main dwelling and features an independent front entrance, thus not meeting the criteria for a family flat.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 7Chapter 13Section 13.15Callan Local Area Plan 2019
Decision Document Summary
Monika and Aleksander Kowalski sought permission to convert an existing 21.67 sq.m detached domestic garage into a studio apartment at 30 Westcourt Demesne, Callan, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located within a residential development on a 0.040-hectare plot. The application was refused because the proposed unit was deemed substandard in terms of internal amenity and would lead to over-development of the site with insufficient open space. Furthermore, the detached nature of the structure and its in...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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