Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is recommended for grant as it is consistent with national and local policy objectives for telecommunications infrastructure, utilizes a long-established utility site, and will not significantly injure the visual or residential amenities of the area or the character of the nearby Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is justified by national policy and local objectives in the Cork County Development Plan 2014 to support improved telecommunications and broadband connectivity.
- The site selection is considered reasonable and appropriate as it involves the expansion of infrastructure at an established Eircom exchange facility.
- While acknowledging localized visual impacts for nearby residents, the Inspector found that the monopole design and distance from the village's Architectural Conservation Area prevent any serious injury to the amenities or character of the wider area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ED 7-1: Telecommunications InfrastructureObjective ED 7-2: Information and Communication TechnologyCork County Development Plan 2014Objective X-01 (Fermoy Municipal District Local Area Plan)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Eircom Limited, sought permission for an 18m high monopole telecommunications mast and associated equipment at an existing exchange site in Kill Saint Anne South, near Castlelyons, Co. Cork. The site is located in a rural area characterized by agriculture and sporadic housing. Third-party appeals focused on the visual impact on the local landscape, proximity to dwellings (specifically the impact on residential amenity and property value), and concerns regarding an Architectural Co...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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