Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine local or economic need for a farm manager's residence, and the proposal would contribute to an excessive density of rural housing and suburbanisation in a high-amenity landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate an immediate requirement or economic need for a farm manager's residence at this location, thus failing to comply with Local Need Criteria and Policy RH2 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2017-2023.
- The proposed development would exacerbate an excessive density of rural housing in the area, leading to undesirable suburbanisation and contravening Policy RH9(iv) regarding the capacity of the area to absorb further development.
- The proposal represents piecemeal and haphazard development in proximity to the settlement of Straffan, which would set a precedent for further unsustainable development in a high-amenity landscape, contravening Policy RH10.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH2Policy RH9(iv)Policy RH10Section 4.12.7Table 4.3(a)Table 4.3(b)LA1LA2LA3
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a single-storey farm manager's residence and associated wastewater treatment system at Castledillon Upper, Straffan, Co. Kildare. The site is located within a high-amenity landscape of 'Special Sensitivity' near the River Liffey. Kildare County Council refused permission primarily because the applicant did not establish a functional or economic need for the dwelling under the rural housing policy. Additionally, the planning authority determined that the develop...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.