Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is located within Flood Zones A and B, where residential use is considered highly vulnerable and inappropriate, and the applicant failed to demonstrate adequate flood risk mitigation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is situated within Flood Zones A and B of the River Barrow and River Duiske, where the introduction of a highly vulnerable residential use is deemed inappropriate under national guidelines.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence to satisfy the planning authority that the proposed dwelling would be serviceable and safe given the prevailing flood risk.
- The proposal is considered premature pending the completion of the Graiguenamanagh Flood Relief Scheme and contravenes specific flood risk management objectives of the County Development Plan and Local Area Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 10.2.6.2 of the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the change of use of an existing stone store to a dwelling, along with the construction of a new garage and site works at Turfmarket, Graiguenamanagh, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located in a historic town center within an Architectural Conservation Area and adjacent to the River Duiske. Kilkenny County Council refused the application primarily because the site is located within Flood Zones A and B. The planning authority determined that the proposed resident...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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