Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused as it would result in haphazard development near an urban boundary, contribute to ribbon development, and featured an inappropriate design and siting that would be overbearing on the rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contravene Policy RH 10 by exacerbating haphazard development in close proximity to the Monasterevin urban boundary, setting an undesirable precedent for similar development near designated settlements.
- The proposal constitutes ribbon development under Policy RH 12, as it would be the fifth house within a 180-metre stretch of road, which erodes the rural amenities and character of the area.
- The siting and design of the 8m high dwelling are considered inappropriate and overbearing, failing to integrate with the physical surroundings or protect the landscape character as required by Policy RH 9.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH 10Policy RH 12Policy RH 9Policy RH 2Section 17.7.4Section 4.12.3Table 4.3(b)Policy RH 17
Decision Document Summary
Shaun and Helena Kelly applied for permission to construct a two-storey rural dwelling and garage on a 0.45Ha site at Kill, Monasterevin, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area under urban influence, approximately 250m from the Monasterevin urban boundary. Kildare County Council refused the application because the proposal would lead to haphazard development near a town boundary, contribute to ribbon development, and the house design was deemed too prominent and poorly integrated into ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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