Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling's layout and positioning create an awkward juxtaposition with adjacent properties and an irregular site formation, coupled with a failure to demonstrate compliance with minimum residential standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The positioning of the proposed dwelling relative to existing dwellings to the east creates an awkward juxtaposition and an irregular site formation.
- The applicant failed to submit a schedule of accommodation to demonstrate compliance with the minimum standards set out in the Quality Housing for Sustainable Communities Guidelines.
- The application failed to accurately demonstrate the relationship of the dwelling to adjacent properties or address the relocation of an existing ESB pole within the front boundary.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 4Table 4.1Chapter 17Section 17.4.5HP 4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission to subdivide an existing residential plot at 728 Rowanville, Kildare Town, for the construction of a detached two-storey house. While the site is zoned for residential infill, the Planning Authority determined that the proposed dwelling's building line and site formation created an awkward relationship with neighboring houses. Furthermore, the applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of compliance with national internal space standards and did not account fo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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