Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused as it constitutes inappropriate backland development that would negatively impact residential amenity, represents haphazard and piecemeal development in an area at capacity, and requires excessive hedgerow removal for access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed two-storey dwelling is situated in a backland position behind existing single-storey cottages, which would adversely affect the residential amenity of adjacent properties and contravene Policy RH14, which requires single-storey bungalow types for such developments.
- The proposal is considered haphazard and piecemeal development in a rural area that is already at or near capacity for one-off housing, thereby conflicting with the sustainable development objectives of Policy RH9(iv).
- To facilitate access, the project would require the removal of over 100m of extensive natural vegetation and hedgerow, which is contrary to Policy RH9(v) regarding the protection of local biodiversity and the rural character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH1Policy RH2Policy RH 9Policy RH 9(iv)Policy RH 9(v)Policy RH7Policy RH10Policy RH14Chapter 4Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17
Decision Document Summary
Zita Dillon applied for permission to construct a two-storey dwelling and domestic garage at Sheane, Bracknagh Road, Rathangan, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural, unzoned area on the edge of Rathangan, accessed via an existing agricultural laneway. Although the applicant successfully demonstrated a local housing need, Kildare County Council refused the application on the grounds that the backland nature of the site and the height of the building would negatively impact the privacy of n...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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