Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommends a grant of permission as the development is located within a designated settlement boundary where residential growth is encouraged, and the proposal is considered compatible with the character of the area and the setting of the adjacent protected structure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The principle of residential development is acceptable as the site is located within the Shanagarry/Garryvoe settlement boundary and aligns with the Cork County Development Plan's housing objectives.
- The impact on the architectural heritage and setting of Kilmahon House (RPS 1478) will be negligible, provided that existing screening is retained and a conservation-led method statement is followed for works to the historic stone boundary wall.
- The proposed wastewater treatment arrangements are technically compliant with the EPA Code of Practice 2021 and do not pose a significant risk to public health or the water quality of the nearby Ballycotton Bay SPA.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DB-01Objective HE 16-14Policy HE 16-15Policy HE 16-16Objective WM 11-9
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Aideen Cremin, sought permission for a new two-story dwelling and two proprietary wastewater treatment units on a 0.1 Ha site at Shanagarry South, Co. Cork. The site is located within the western garden of a recently built home and sits adjacent to Kilmahon House, a protected structure. While Cork County Council granted permission, third-party appellants (Michael and Julia Phillips) raised objections regarding the impact on heritage, the removal of part of a historic stone wall, a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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