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development will consist/consists of a new two storey dwelling and a single storey garage, with an onsite BioCycle Waste Water Treatment System/Plant with raised soil polishing filter along with a new entrance, gate and all associated site works. The accommodation which briefly comprises 3 bedrooms, a kitchen/living/dining area and lounge, as well as ancillary bathroom, en-suite, utility room pantry, and hall space. The proposed dwelling will extend a maximum height of 8.635m and is to be occupied by the applicant as a permanent home

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal would exacerbate ribbon development in an already overdeveloped rural area and the applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the 'local need' criteria of the rural housing policy.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would exacerbate existing ribbon and linear development in an area (Rural Policy Zone 1) already considered overdeveloped and under significant development pressure.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate satisfactory compliance with the Council's rural housing policy and 'local need' criteria as defined in the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023.
  • The proposal is contrary to policies RH9 (iv) and RH12, which seek to control the extent of ribbon development and protect the open character of the rural landscape.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy RH2Policy RH9Policy RH10Policy RH11Policy RH12Table 4.3Chapter 4Chapter 17

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Laura Winder, sought permission for a two-storey dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Clongorey, Newbridge, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area already characterized by a high density of one-off housing and established ribbon development. Kildare County Council refused the application because the development would further exacerbate overdevelopment in Rural Policy Zone 1 and the applicant did not sufficiently prove they met the 'local need' criteria re...
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