Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need, and the proposal would result in unsustainable ribbon development and suburban sprawl that negatively impacts a sensitive landscape and a designated scenic route.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local housing need in accordance with the criteria set out in the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023.
- The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development and contribute to the suburbanisation of a rural area outside the settlement boundary of Kilmeague.
- The proposal would negatively impact the visual amenities and landscape character of a designated scenic route (Scenic Route No. 6) within a high-sensitivity landscape area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH2Policy RH9(iv)Policy RH10Policy RH12Policy SR 1Table 4.3(a)Table 4.3(b)Chapter 4Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17
Decision Document Summary
Stephen Harris applied for permission to construct a two-storey traditional style dwelling and domestic garage at Kilmeague, Naas, Co. Kildare. The site is located on the R415, just outside the settlement boundary of Kilmeague, within the 'Chair of Kildare' landscape character area and along a designated scenic route. Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the applicant did not establish a functional rural housing need. Furthermore, the planning authority determined tha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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