Core Refusal Reason
Excessive density in a Greenbelt location and negative visual impact on the rural landscape due to prominent siting and design.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would contribute to an excessive density of development in a Greenbelt location, undermining the preservation of the rural environment.
- The proposal conflicts with specific County Development Plan objectives (RCI 5-8 and RCI 6-1) regarding rural housing and landscape protection.
- The siting and design of the dwelling would result in an excessively prominent and obtrusive feature that would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RCI 5-8Objective RCI 6-1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a split-level dwelling, detached garage, and wastewater treatment system at Gortnagraiga, Mallow, Co. Cork. The application was refused by the local authority because the site is located in a Greenbelt area where the cumulative effect of development was deemed to create an excessive density that harms the rural character. Furthermore, the specific siting and design were considered visually obtrusive, failing to integrate into the landscape and conflictin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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