Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling's design, scale, and massing are considered incompatible with the existing pattern of development in Milltown village and fail to respect the character of adjacent heritage assets.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and massing of the proposed two-storey dwelling are considered excessive and out of character with the existing single-storey pattern of development and the adjacent school, which is a heritage asset.
- The proposed 2m high roadside boundary wall is considered inappropriate and visually dominant, failing to comply with standards for passive surveillance and the protection of the public realm.
- There is a lack of clarity and technical justification regarding the proposed entrance arrangements, sightlines, and the suitability of the on-site wastewater treatment system for the subdivided site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023Village Plan for Milltown (Volume 2)Objective SRO1Section 17.4.5Policy VRS 3Policy VRS 11Table 4.3 of Volume 2
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to subdivide an existing residential plot in Milltown, Co. Kildare, to construct a 242sqm two-storey infill dwelling with a new wastewater treatment system and revised site entrance. The site is located in the village centre, adjacent to a school and church listed on the NIAH/RPS. The application was refused as the proposed structure's scale and massing were deemed too bulky and out of character with the established streetscape. Furthermore, the proposed boundary ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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