Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling is refused due to its excessive scale, massing, and height, which is considered incompatible with the character of Scilly and detrimental to the visual and residential amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's excessive size, mass, and height are out of character with the established terraced housing and scenic setting of Scilly.
- The proposal would negatively impact the residential amenity of adjoining occupiers and key viewpoints around Kinsale harbour.
- The design fails to respect the historic town centre and sensitive coastal environment as required by the Bandon-Kinsale Municipal District Local Area Plan 2017.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Bandon-Kinsale Municipal District Local Area Plan (LAP) 2017Para.3.3.3Para.3.3.21
Decision Document Summary
This application sought the demolition of an existing dwelling at Skeheen House, Scilly, Kinsale, to facilitate the construction of a new replacement dwelling. The site is located in a sensitive coastal and historic setting characterized by attractive terraced housing. The planning authority refused the proposal because the new structure's excessive scale, height, and external appearance were deemed incompatible with the local character and harmful to the visual and residential amenities of the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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