Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling would be visually obtrusive and fail to integrate into the rural landscape due to its elevated and exposed position on a skyline.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The elevated and exposed siting would result in a structure that projects prominently above the surrounding landscape, creating a dominant and visually obtrusive feature.
- The development fails to respect the character and tradition of the area by positioning a dwelling on an open skyline, which seriously detracts from rural visual amenities.
- The proposal is contrary to specific Cork County Development Plan 2022 objectives regarding landscape integration and the protection of ridgelines and scenic amenities.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-22GI 14-9HE 16-21
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a new dwelling house at Derryclogh Lower, Drinagh, Dunmanway, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the proposal primarily due to its unsuitable siting on an elevated and exposed ridgeline. It was determined that the house would be visually obtrusive, failing to integrate with the receiving rural landscape or protect the scenic amenities of the area, thereby conflicting with several key objectives of the Cork County Development Plan 2022 concerning susta...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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