Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its adverse visual impact on a scenic landscape and the applicants' failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need in a Tourism and Rural Diversification Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in visually obtrusive skyline development on an elevated and exposed site, negatively impacting views from designated Scenic Route S83.
- The proposal fails to meet the high standards of siting and design required to protect the character and natural beauty of the landscape as mandated by the Cork County Development Plan 2022.
- The applicants did not provide sufficient evidence of a genuine rural-generated housing need or a substantial period of residency (over seven years) in the local rural area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-22GI 14-9GI 14-13GI 14-12RP 5-5
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a dwelling house and wastewater treatment system at Fahouragh, Castletownsend, Skibbereen, Co. Cork. The site is situated in a 'Tourism and Rural Diversification Area' and is visible from a designated Scenic Route. The Planning Authority refused the application on two primary grounds: first, that the elevated nature of the site would lead to an obtrusive skyline development that detracts from the area's scenic amenities; and second, that the applican...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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