Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development is acceptable in principle as an agricultural structure in a rural area, integrates satisfactorily into the landscape (classified as High Scenic Amenity), and complies with relevant standards for residential amenity and environmental protection.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The construction of an agricultural structure is supported by national, regional, and local policy for the rural economy and is acceptable in principle.
- The height, scale, and positioning of the shed, combined with proposed native tree planting, ensure the development integrates into the Area of High Scenic Amenity without adverse visual impact.
- A separation distance of c. 40m from the appellant's permitted dwelling, alongside strict slurry and surface water management conditions, protects residential amenity and local water quality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ED-O-3Objective ED-O-13Policy ED-P-4Policy L-P-2Objective L-O-1Policy L-P-7Policy L-P-8Objective BIO-O-1Policy BIO-P-1Policy WW-P-2Section 7.4.5Section 11.2.2
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for a 208.4sq.m slatted agricultural shed and associated site works at Gulladoo, Moville, Co. Donegal. The site is located in a rural area designated as an Area of High Scenic Amenity. A third-party appeal was lodged by a neighbor with permission for a dwelling on the adjoining site, citing concerns over visual impact, unauthorized development (as a shed was already built on-site), and potential water contamination. The Inspector noted the existing on-site struct...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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