Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its location in a protected Greenbelt area, where it would contribute to suburbanisation and cause significant visual impact on a prominent, elevated rural landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal would exacerbate suburbanisation and erode the rural character of the Cork Metropolitan Strategic Planning Area and Greenbelt.
- The dwelling's siting and design on an elevated, open site would result in a highly obtrusive feature that detracts from the area's scenic and visual amenities.
- The development would materially contravene policy objectives aimed at preserving prominent hilltop areas within the Strategic Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RP 5-12RP 5-13RP 5-14RP 5-15GI 14-9GI 14-16
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a two-storey dwelling and vehicular entrance at Liskillea, Waterfall, Co. Cork, located within the Metropolitan Cork Greenbelt. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on the grounds that it would contribute to the erosion of rural character in an area under strong development pressure. Furthermore, the elevated nature of the site meant the proposed structure would be visually obtrusive, conflicting with specific landscape protection and greenbel...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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