Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its excessive scale and height, which would result in a visually discordant feature detrimental to the historic character of the area and the setting of protected structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 15m monopole is considered out of keeping with its surroundings and visually discordant due to its scale, height, and utilitarian nature.
- The development would be detrimental to the distinctive architectural and historic character of the area, which the planning authority deems appropriate to preserve.
- The structure would adversely affect the visual amenity and appreciation of protected structures in the wider vicinity, directly contravening Objective HE 16-14 of the Cork County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HE 16-14
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved replacing an existing 12m wooden pole with a 15m monopole telecommunications structure at the eir Exchange on Lower Road, Knocknagree, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the increased height and utilitarian design would negatively impact the visual amenity and historic character of the village. Specifically, the development was found to be incompatible with the surrounding environment and would undermine the setting of nearby protected...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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