Core Refusal Reason
The development would result in linear sprawl and suburbanisation of the rural area contrary to policies RH10 and RH11, and fails to provide safe sight lines at the entrance, posing a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would contribute to linear sprawl and the suburbanisation of the rural edge of Caragh village, leading to the diminution of the open character of the landscape.
- While a general local need was demonstrated, the applicant failed to substantiate the necessity of a one-off house in this specific location or demonstrate that alternative accommodation options were explored.
- The proposed entrance lacks adequate and achievable sight lines from the regional road, which would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard for road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH1RH2RH7RH8RH9RH10RH11RH14Section 17.7.1
Decision Document Summary
Cormac Cooke sought planning permission for a bungalow, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system on a 2.23ha greenfield site at Yeomanstown, Caragh, located approximately 250m south of the village boundary. Kildare County Council refused the application on two primary grounds: first, that the development would exacerbate linear sprawl and the suburbanisation of the rural fringe contrary to County Development Plan policies RH10 and RH11; and second, that the applicant failed to demonstrat...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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