Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in an excessive density of one-off housing and extend ribbon development, leading to the suburbanisation of a rural area and eroding its character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contribute to an excessive density of housing in the rural area, leading to undesirable suburbanisation contrary to Policy RH9(iv).
- The proposal would extend an existing ribbon of development, resulting in a fifth dwelling within 250 metres of road frontage, in contravention of Policy RH12.
- The development would give rise to urban sprawl and erode the rural qualities and character of the sensitive Western Boglands landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH9RH9(iv)RH12RH2RH17Section 4.12.7Section 4.12.3Section 16.3.1Chapter 4Chapter 13Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a rural dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Timahoe West, Coill Dubh, Naas, Co. Kildare. The site is located within the Western Boglands, an area of high landscape sensitivity. The application was refused as the Planning Authority determined that the proposal would result in an excessive density of one-off housing and extend an existing pattern of ribbon development. Such development was deemed contrary to the Kildare County Development Plan 2...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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