Core Refusal Reason
The development resulted in the excessive removal of roadside boundaries, harming rural character and visual amenity, while failing to comply with previous planning conditions regarding site access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and design of the entrance led to the significant removal of the roadside boundary, which negatively impacts the visual amenity and rural character of the Ballyhooly area.
- The proposal contravenes Cork County Development Plan 2022 objectives GI 14-9 and BE 15-6, which require the retention, protection, and enhancement of existing hedgerows.
- The development fails to comply with Condition No. 2 of planning reference 23/5941, which specifically required the use of a previously permitted entrance and the submission of revised drawings for the landscaping business access.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GI 14-9BE 15-6
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the retention and completion of a site entrance and driveway at Ballyhooly South, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused the application because the works involved the extensive removal of roadside hedgerows, which is contrary to development plan policies aimed at preserving rural character and biodiversity. Additionally, the proposal was found to be in direct conflict with a condition from a previous planning grant (Ref. 23/5941) that mandated a different a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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