25/4226

Permission for the construction of a two-storey split-level detached dwelling house, the construction of a single-storey detached domestic outbuilding (for use as plant room & bin store), the construction of a single-storey detached domestic garage, the construction of a site entrance, the installation of a new connection to public water mains, the installation of a wastewater treatment unit and associated soil polishing filter, and all ancillary works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed dwelling is considered visually obtrusive and incompatible with the High Value Landscape due to its prominent siting, scale, and design.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development's prominent location, bulk, and scale above the public road would create a highly obtrusive feature in a High Value Landscape.
  • The proposal fails to respect the character, pattern, and tradition of the existing coastal environment and topographical constraints.
  • The project materially contravenes specific objectives of the Cork County Development Plan 2022 regarding landscape protection and design standards.

Cited Policies (CDP)

HE 16-21GI 14-9GI 14-13DB-02

Decision Document Summary

The application sought permission for a two-storey split-level detached dwelling at Cullenagh, Courtmacsherry, Co. Cork, within a coastal area designated as a High Value Landscape. The local authority refused the proposal because the dwelling's design, scale, and elevated position relative to the public road were deemed visually intrusive and incompatible with the surrounding landscape character. Consequently, the development was found to contravene several key policy objectives of the Cork Coun...
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