Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting retention permission as the domestic storage shed is considered appropriate in scale, design, and location, and does not adversely affect the residential or visual amenities of the area or public health.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The metal clad shed is ancillary to the main dwelling and its scale, height, and design are suited to the site and the surrounding rural context.
- The separation distances and mature boundary screening ensure the development does not result in visual impact or overlooking issues for neighbouring properties.
- There is no evidence that the structure is built over an adjacent well or poses a contamination risk, and its use is confirmed as domestic rather than agricultural or commercial.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HE16-21Section 18.2.4Objective ZU 18-7
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a third-party appeal against Cork County Council's decision to grant retention permission for an 84.7sqm domestic storage shed at 'Neidin', Kilcondy, Crookstown, Co. Cork. The site is located in a rural area under strong urban influence. The appellant raised concerns regarding the scale of the structure, overlooking, and potential contamination of their water supply. The Inspector found that while the shed is larger than a previously permitted (but unbuilt) structure, its he...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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