Core Refusal Reason
The proposed boathouse, by reason of its scale, height, and siting on the seaward side of a designated scenic route in a High Value Landscape, would detract from the character and visual amenities of an intact coastal stretch and set an undesirable precedent for development in sensitive coastal locations.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The construction of a detached boathouse along a designated scenic route is unwarranted as the required storage could be more appropriately accommodated within the existing curtilage of the main dwelling house south of the road.
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for similar seaward-side construction in a remote, intact landscape of very high scenic value, contrary to the protection policies of the Cork County Development Plan.
- Insufficient technical information was provided to demonstrate that the site, which consists of bedrock and is prone to erosion requiring rock armouring, can safely accommodate the necessary excavation and drainage infrastructure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective 16-14HE 16-21MCI 7-2Section 14.8.5Objective GI 14-9Objective GI 14-10Objective GI 14-12Objective GI 14-13Objective GI 14-14Objective TO 10-5Objective HE 16-20Scenic Route S106Objective ZU 18-7
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 58.5sqm mono-pitched boathouse finished in stone to store water sports equipment on a site at Dunmanus West, Co. Cork. The site is highly sensitive, located between a designated scenic route (S106) and the shoreline, in close proximity to the protected ruins of Dunmanus Castle. While the Planning Authority granted permission, the Inspector recommends refusal following a third-party appeal. The Inspector's primary arguments center on the protection of t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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