Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused because the applicants failed to demonstrate a genuine 'local need' for a rural dwelling, the proposal required excessive removal of mature trees and hedgerows for access, and there was insufficient evidence regarding the site's suitability for wastewater treatment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the rural housing policy 'local need' criteria as defined in Policy RH2 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023.
- The development would necessitate the excessive removal of native hedgerows and mature trees to achieve required sightlines, which would negatively impact the landscape and contravene natural heritage protection policies.
- The applicant did not provide adequate technical information, including a fully completed site characterisation form, to prove the site is suitable for an on-site wastewater treatment system.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH2Table 4.3(b) 2(i)Policy RH9(v)Policy NH1Policy GI8Policy GI9Policy GI13Chapter 4Chapter 13Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17Table 17.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a two-storey dwelling, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system on a 1.84ha site at Bulhill, Calverstown, accessed via a narrow private laneway. The site is located within a rural area designated as Zone 2, where housing is restricted to those with a defined local social or economic need. Kildare County Council refused permission as the applicants did not meet these 'local need' criteria. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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