Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance and parking area exceeded the maximum dimensions permitted by the County Development Plan and were deemed detrimental to the suburban streetscape character and surface water permeability.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular entrance width of 4.5m and the hard-standing parking area exceed the maximum dimensions of 3m and 2.5m x 5m respectively as permitted under Section 13.17 of the Development Plan.
- The removal of the front garden boundary wall and grassed area would negatively impact the character and visual appearance of the suburban streetscape.
- The proposal would result in a significant reduction in permeable surfaces which are essential for flood relief, thereby contradicting the principles of proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 13.17 of the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the removal of a front garden wall, the provision of a new vehicular entrance, and the resurfacing of a grassed area to facilitate off-street parking at 3a Golf Links Road, Kilkenny. The site is located in an established residential area north of the Newpark shopping centre. Kilkenny County Council refused the application primarily because the scale of the proposed entrance and hardstanding area exceeded the specific standards set out in Section 13.17 of the K...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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