Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in ribbon development within a visually sensitive High Value Landscape, contrary to the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contribute to and exacerbate ribbon development in a visually sensitive coastal area designated as a High Value Landscape, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
- The proposal fails to meet necessary technical standards for traffic safety, specifically regarding sight visibility distances and entrance design requirements.
- The application does not demonstrate adequate compliance with public health and environmental standards concerning wastewater treatment and sustainable surface water management.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-24Advice Note no. 1 Surface Water Management (December 2022)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a part single-storey, part two-storey detached dwelling at Lighthouse Road, Roches Point, a coastal location designated as a High Value Landscape. The Planning Authority refused the application primarily because the site is in an area under significant pressure for rural housing and the development would result in ribbon development, violating Policy Objective RP 5-24 of the Cork County Development Plan 2022. Additionally, the application was found deficient in...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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