Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes ribbon development in a designated High Value Landscape coastal area, which is contrary to policy objective RP 5-24 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would exacerbate ribbon development in a visually sensitive coastal area already under significant pressure for rural housing.
- The development is located within a High Value Landscape where there is a presumption against projects that contribute to suburban-style density and undesirable precedents.
- The proposal fails to meet the requirements of policy objective RP 5-24 and is deemed contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-24Advice Note no. 1 Surface Water Management (December 2022)
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a part single-storey, part two-storey detached dwelling at Lighthouse Road, Roches Point, Trabolgan. The site is located within a designated High Value Landscape in a sensitive coastal region. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the development would result in ribbon development where none currently exists, violating specific County Development Plan objectives intended to protect scenic rural character. Additionally, the decis...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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