Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development, by reason of its sensitive elevated location, scale, and uncharacteristic design, would materially and adversely affect the character and setting of Dromdihy House and Stables (a protected structure) and the sensitive historic landscape associated with its curtilage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and horizontal contemporary design of the proposed two-storey dwellings are disparate to the local architectural language and would have a significant negative visual impact on the setting of the protected Dromdihy House.
- Widening the historic access avenue to 5.5m with a new footpath would necessitate the removal of significant mature trees and hedgerows, which has not been sufficiently addressed regarding its impact on biodiversity and landscape assets.
- Proposed house no. 6 would have an adverse overbearing impact on the residential amenities of existing properties on Lawrence Kelly Terrace due to the 5.5m level difference and its close proximity to the shared boundary.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DB-01DB-02DB-03Objective PL 3-1Objective HE 16-14Objective HE 16-20Paragraph 3.9.5Paragraph 3.3.80
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns an appeal against Cork County Council's decision to grant permission for a reduced 4-unit scheme (originally 7 units) at Dromdihy, Killeagh. The 1.1ha site is located within the original demesne and attendant grounds of Dromdihy House (a Protected Structure). While the applicant argued the site is no longer an integral part of the setting, the Inspector disagreed, noting its historic relationship with the entrance gateway and avenue. The Inspector recommended a total refusal...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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