Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes unsustainable ribbon development in a rural area under urban influence, is premature pending strategic road improvements, and poses significant traffic safety and environmental risks.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is premature pending the confirmation of strategic road improvements to the LP3412 Abbey Road and would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines to the west.
- The proposal would result in unsustainable ribbon development and an over-proliferation of housing in a rural area under strong urban influence, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that wastewater could be safely disposed of on-site without risk to groundwater, and the required removal of extensive hedgerows would negatively impact the rural character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Ferrybank Local Area Plan 2017Kilkenny County Development Plan 2021-2027Section 6.4.1 of the Ferrybank LAPSection 4.4 of the Sustainable Rural Housing GuidelinesAppendix 4 of the Sustainable Rural Housing Guidelines
Decision Document Summary
Helen Forristal sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, a new vehicular entrance, and a wastewater treatment system at Kilmurry, Slieverue, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located on lands zoned for agriculture within the Ferrybank Local Area Plan boundary, an area identified as being under significant urban influence and pressure for one-off housing. Kilkenny County Council refused the application on five grounds: the proposal is premature pending planned road upgrades to the Abbey Road; it w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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