Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling is located on an elevated and exposed site, resulting in an overly prominent and incongruous development that would have a detrimental visual impact on the rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site selection is on elevated and exposed lands that are highly visible from the public road, making it difficult to mitigate the resulting undue visual impact.
- The development represents haphazard rural housing that fails to respect the character of the area or fit appropriately into the landscape, setting an undesirable precedent.
- The proposal materially contravenes the Cork County Development Plan 2022 objectives regarding high standards of siting, design, and landscape protection.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-22GI 14-9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new dwelling house and domestic garage served by a septic tank at Inchileigh, Millstreet, Co. Cork. The application was refused by the local authority because the elevated and exposed nature of the site would result in a prominent and incongruous structure that detracts from the rural character and visual amenity of the area. The decision concluded that the development fails to meet the siting and design standards required by Objectives RP 5-22 and GI 14-9 of...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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