221178

(a) Retention permission for the existing road entrance. (b) Planning permission for (i) improvements to the existing entrance including new recessed entrance walls and gate in lin with the adjoining neighbouring entrance (ii) change of use of an existing shed from equestrian centre to light workshops/storage shed and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application lacks sufficient clarity regarding the current unauthorized use of the site (currently under enforcement) versus the proposed use, and fails to provide adequate technical assessments concerning traffic safety, site layout, and environmental impacts.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to clarify the current use of the site in light of ongoing enforcement proceedings (Ref UD8108) which suggest the site is already operating as a storage unit/workshop rather than the permitted equestrian use.
  • Insufficient information was provided to assess the traffic and transport impact, specifically regarding sightlines, swept path analysis for HGVs, and compliance with NRA Traffic and Transport Assessment Guidelines.
  • The proposed site layout and technical details were inadequate, lacking necessary information on surface water management, parking standards (including EV and disabled spaces), and a comprehensive lighting report to prevent light pollution.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 10 Rural DevelopmentTable 10.3Chapter 17Table 17.9Section 17.7.7

Decision Document Summary

The proposal seeks retention of a road entrance and permission for its improvement, alongside a change of use of an existing shed from an equestrian centre to light workshops/storage at Woodlands, Rathangan, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area and is currently subject to planning enforcement (UD8108) for unauthorized composting and workshop activities. The Planning Authority determined that the application could not be granted in its current form due to significant ambiguities regar...
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