Core Refusal Reason
The proposed shed is excessive in scale and industrial in appearance, lacking a clear domestic relationship with a dwelling, thereby harming the rural character and visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The shed's large scale and industrial design are inconsistent with its described domestic use.
- The physical separation from any associated dwelling and the provision of a separate vehicular access undermine its status as an ancillary domestic structure.
- The development would negatively impact the visual amenities and character of the rural area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a domestic storage shed for gardening and boating equipment at Ballydonagh Beg, Dungourney, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application because the structure's significant scale and industrial aesthetic, combined with its isolation from a primary residence and independent access, suggested it was not truly domestic in nature. Consequently, the proposal was deemed a visual detraction to the rural landscape and contrary to sustainable developm...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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