23/4169

Retention of (a) dwelling as constructed, mainly changes to elevations, (b) a steel container for use as a garden shed and (c) site works, mainly a hardcore finished access passage to the applicant’s land north of the site and additional gravel finished areas around the dwelling. Original Planning Register Reference 20/5828.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development constitutes unauthorized encroachment into the rural countryside outside settlement boundaries and exhibits a design that fails to integrate into a visually sensitive High Value Landscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The extension of the residential curtilage and associated site works outside the designated settlement boundary for Crosshaven results in an inappropriate encroachment into the open rural countryside.
  • The development is inconsistent with the established pattern and character of the area and would set an undesirable precedent for similar future developments in this elevated coastal location.
  • The design of the dwelling, particularly the roof treatment and glass balustrade, fails to meet high design standards and adversely impacts the visual amenities of a High Value Landscape and Scenic Route S59.

Cited Policies (CDP)

ZU 18-2ZU 18-3GI 14-9RP5-22GI14-14

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought the retention of a dwelling with elevational changes, a steel container for use as a garden shed, and a hardcore access and parking area at a site in Myrtleville, Co. Cork. The local authority refused permission primarily because the development extends the residential curtilage beyond the settlement boundary into the rural countryside, which is contrary to established development patterns. Furthermore, the site is located within a High Value Landscape along a designated scen...
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