Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to concerns regarding ribbon development, overdevelopment leading to the loss of rural character, inappropriate architectural design, and public health risks from unsuitable wastewater treatment conditions.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would exacerbate ribbon development and contribute to an excessive density of housing in a rural area, leading to the loss of rural character and undesirable suburbanisation.
- The design of the dwelling, specifically the mid-roof dormer, is considered inappropriate for the local area and fails to comply with the scale, form, and proportion standards set out in the County Development Plan.
- The site is deemed unsuitable for an on-site wastewater treatment system due to a high water table and poor percolation, posing a significant risk of pollution to groundwater and a threat to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH1Policy RH2Policy RH9Policy RH9(i)Policy RH9(iv)Policy RH10Policy RH12Section 16.4.2Section 16.5.1Chapter 4Chapter 14Chapter 16Chapter 17
Decision Document Summary
James Anderson sought planning permission for a dormer house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Killinagh Upper, Robertstown, Co. Kildare. The site is located in a rural area near the Grand Canal characterized by a mix of one-off housing. While the applicant met local need criteria, the proposal was refused because it would exacerbate existing ribbon development and overdevelopment in the vicinity. Additionally, the specific dormer design was found to be incompatible with rural design g...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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