Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the creation of ribbon development, inappropriate design and scale relative to the surrounding landscape, and insufficient evidence regarding the feasibility of water and sewerage connections.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in ribbon development by forming the sixth dwelling on the same side of the road within a 155m stretch, contrary to the policies set out in Section 7.8.3 of the Development Plan.
- The two-storey design and scale of the dwelling are considered unduly prominent and intrusive in a landscape characterized by single-storey dwellings, failing to meet the design and siting criteria of Section 13.22.
- The applicant failed to submit a feasibility of connection from Irish Water or sufficient details regarding the existing group sewerage scheme, which is considered prejudicial to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.8.3Section 13.22Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
Christopher Buggy applied for permission to erect a 260sq.m two-storey dwelling, garage, and new entrance at Old Road, Moneenroe, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located in an 'Area Under Urban Influence' outside the settlement boundary. Kilkenny County Council refused the application on three primary grounds: the proposal would extend a pattern of ribbon development (forming the sixth house in a 155m stretch), the two-storey height was deemed visually dominant and out of character with the predominan...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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