Core Refusal Reason
The proposed pedestrian gateway would disrupt the character of the boundary wall and result in the loss of significant landscaped greenspace and mature trees, setting an unwelcome precedent for the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed opening in the boundary wall is considered inconsistent with the established character of the local area.
- Compliance with road design requirements would necessitate the removal of mature trees and landscaped greenspace, causing significant harm to visual amenity.
- The development would set an unwelcome precedent for similar applications, leading to the further erosion of the area's character and loss of green infrastructure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The application by Keith and Sinead Cruise proposed a new pedestrian gateway at the rear of 30 The Downs, Broadale, Maryborough Hill, Douglas, Cork, to provide access to the adjoining 'The Heights' road. Cork City Council refused the proposal primarily because the disruption of the boundary wall and the resulting loss of mature trees and landscaped greenspace would negatively impact the visual amenity and character of the neighborhood. The planning authority also noted that granting permission w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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