Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in a visually prominent and imposing feature on an open, exposed rural landscape due to inappropriate siting and design.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The two-storey dwelling with a tall roof ridge height would become a prominent and visually imposing feature that detracts from the character and visual amenity of the rural area.
- The site selection is considered inappropriate as it is open and exposed with three un-delineated boundaries, failing to align with the Cork Rural Design Guidelines 2010.
- The proposal contravenes specific County Development Plan objectives (RP 5-22 and GI 14-9) which require new developments to fit appropriately into the landscape and meet high standards in siting and design.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-22GI 14-9
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a new dwellinghouse, garage, and entrance at Gortnagross, Ballyvourney, Co. Cork. The Planning Authority refused permission because the proposed two-storey structure, characterized by a tall ridge height, was deemed unsuitable for the open and exposed nature of the site. The decision noted that the development failed to integrate into the landscape or respect the rural character of the area, thereby contravening the Cork County Development Plan 2022 ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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