Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the sheds is deemed visually discordant within an Architectural Conservation Area, contrary to the 'F' zoning objective for open space, and potentially harmful to protected mature tree root systems.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the structures would negatively impact the visual character and careful balance of the architectural set piece within the Crosthwaite Park ACA.
- Ancillary residential storage is not a permitted use on land zoned 'F', and its retention would set an undesirable precedent for eroding open space provision.
- The placement of the sheds over the root zones of mature trees lacks sufficient justification and contravenes policies meant to protect the sylvan character and health of trees in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HER13Section 12.11.4Section 12.11.3Zoning Objective FSection 12.8.11Policy Objective OSR7Section 13.1.5Section 13.1.2Table 13.1.9
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention for two metal structures (a bicycle shed and a storage shed) located in the front garden area of 'Verdemay', a period semi-detached dwelling within the Crosthwaite Park Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). The site context involves a shared private driveway and a triangular green pocket that is specifically zoned 'F' (Open Space) under the County Development Plan. The Planning Authority had previously refused these elements via condition in a prior application. ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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