Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to critical water supply constraints, the loss of necessary open space resulting in sub-standard development, and significant negative visual impact on a prominent ridge and scenic route.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is premature because of existing water supply deficiencies and capacity constraints within the Clonakilty Water Supply Zone that are not expected to be resolved in the near future.
- The proposal would result in the loss of public open space and provide insufficient private open space, leading to a sub-standard level of residential amenity and setting a poor planning precedent.
- The elevated and prominent location of the site would cause visual intrusion on a high-value landscape and Scenic Route S78, materially contravening local objectives to protect the coastal setting of Rosscarbery.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DB-02Scenic Route S78
Decision Document Summary
This planning application proposed the construction of four new houses for short-term holiday letting at Caim Hill, Rosscarbery, Co. Cork, intended as an expansion of an existing holiday development. The site is located on a prominent, elevated ridge that serves as a significant backdrop to the village and is visible from designated Scenic Route S78. The local authority refused the application on three primary grounds: the lack of adequate water infrastructure in the Clonakilty Water Supply Zone...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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