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Sought for: (1) The construction of a contemporary dormer dwelling, foul water to on site effluent treatment system and percolation area, surface water to soakaways, double recessed vehicular entrance via existing entrance to be shared with existing family home, associated landscaping and all associated site works; and (2) To amend Condition No. 3 of planning permission Ref. No. 96/384 which relates to the sterilization of five acres and 150 linear yards of road frontage; (3) To close the existing recessed entrance serving the family home on to the L3010 road

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development would exacerbate ribbon development and suburbanisation in a rural area and failed to demonstrate adequate wastewater treatment capacity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal would contribute to the increasing suburbanisation of a rural area and exacerbate an excessive density of haphazard and piecemeal development, contrary to Policy RH9 (iv).
  • The development would result in sprawl and the extension of ribbon development, eroding the rural amenities of the area and conflicting with Policy RH12.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the site could safely accommodate a wastewater treatment system based on correct design loadings, creating an unacceptable risk of water pollution.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy RH9 (iv)Policy RH12Chapter 4Chapter 12Chapter 13Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17Section 16.5.3Section 16.5.1Section 16.4.1Policy R14Section 17.7.4

Decision Document Summary

Aine Ni Cheanainn sought permission for a contemporary dormer dwelling, wastewater treatment system, and a new recessed entrance at Rathmuck, Kildare. The site is located in a rural area under urban influence, characterized by existing ribbon development. Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the development would exacerbate suburbanisation and haphazard growth in a rural area lacking services. Additionally, the proposal was deemed to erode rural amenities through the ...
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