Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a viable connection to the public foul sewer network, posing a risk of environmental pollution and public health hazards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a technical or legal connection to the public foul sewer network, particularly regarding access through third-party lands.
- In the absence of a proven wastewater connection, the proposed development poses a significant risk of environmental pollution and is considered prejudicial to public health.
- Granting permission without a confirmed drainage solution would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.11Chapter 4Chapter 17Objective B (Kildare Town Local Area Plan 2012-2018)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the demolition of two existing single-storey dwellings and outbuildings to construct four two-storey semi-detached houses at Green Road, Kildare Town. The site is located approximately 1.2km northwest of the town centre on lands zoned for 'Existing Residential' use. Although the principle of residential infill was considered acceptable and previous design concerns were largely mitigated, Kildare County Council refused permission because the applicant failed to demonstrate a v...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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