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for a). construction of three storey residential building comprising of 1 apartment on the ground floor and 1 duplex unit on 1st and 2nd floors b). demolition of external toilet and construction of 1.8m timber fence for storage, c). construction of external storage sheds and gardens, d). Solar panels, e). Balconies with privacy screens, f). SUDS, g). New rear site entrance gate, paved area to front and rear of proposed building and all associated site and other works The proposed development is situated to the rear of property listed in the National Inventory of Architecture Heritage Survey of Kilkenny, NIAH Reference Number 12001039
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes a haphazard and uncoordinated form of backland development that represents an inefficient use of zoned city centre land and would prejudice the future comprehensive development of the area, contrary to the site's Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) designation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is considered a haphazard and uncoordinated form of backland development that would compromise the future comprehensive development of the surrounding backland areas.
- The proposal represents an inefficient use of zoned and serviced city centre lands, failing to meet the strategic planning requirements for the site's location.
- The project is contrary to the site's designation within the Patrick Street Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and specifically conflicts with Objective PSACA6 of the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027.