Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the applicant's failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need, inappropriate suburban design in a sensitive scenic landscape, the creation of ribbon development, and traffic safety concerns.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need or a social/economic link to the area, contravening Objective RHO-1 for areas under strong urban influence.
- The proposed dwelling's suburban design and elevated position would negatively impact the character of a designated scenic route and the sensitive landscape at the foot of Croagh Patrick.
- The development would result in ribbon development and poses a traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines and access onto the R335 Strategically Important Regional Road.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO 1Objective RHO 4Objective NEO 25Objective RHO 7Policy MTP 28MAP 10.2Mayo Rural Housing Design Guidelines 2008
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a 5-bedroom dwelling and garage at Carrowkeel, Murrisk, a sensitive site at the foot of Croagh Patrick overlooking Clew Bay. Mayo County Council refused permission because the applicant did not establish a local housing need, the design was deemed suburban and visually intrusive in a scenic area, and the project would contribute to ribbon development while failing to meet traffic safety standards on a strategically important regional road....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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