Core Refusal Reason
The proposed garage is excessive in scale and massing, appearing industrial rather than domestic, and constitutes disorderly backland development that negatively impacts residential and visual amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale, height, and massing of the structure are considered industrial or commercial in nature and are excessive for a remote rural residential setting.
- The development lacks clear access/egress proposals and results in the loss of private amenity space, leading to a haphazard and disorderly backland layout.
- The proposal fails to respond to local built form patterns and landscape standards, contradicting County Development Plan policies regarding placemaking and siting.
Cited Policies (CDP)
PL 3-5GI 14-9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a domestic garage at Graig Upper, Shanballymore, Mallow, Co. Cork. The planning authority refused the application because the structure's industrial-scale footprint and height were deemed inappropriate for a rural residential context. Additionally, the lack of defined access and the resulting loss of private amenity space were viewed as disorderly backland development that would harm the visual and residential character of the area, failing to meet specific des...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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