Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the carry-out food facility was refused due to its negative impact on residential amenities through noise, litter, and traffic, and its non-compliance with the 'Town Centre' zoning objective which prohibits takeaway fast food uses.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in increased levels of vehicular and pedestrian traffic, causing general disturbance to the existing environment.
- The facility would seriously injure the amenities of nearby residential properties by reason of noise and litter generation.
- The proposal is contrary to Objective 12.3.5 'Town Centre' as 'takeaway fast food' is not a permitted use within this specific zoning designation.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 12.3.5 "Town Centre"
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a carry-out food facility ancillary to a restaurant at No. 14 College Street, Killarney. Kerry County Council refused the application, citing that the development would lead to increased traffic and negatively affect the residential amenities of the area through noise and litter. Additionally, the use was deemed contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it conflicts with Objective 12.3.5 of the development plan, which...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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