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(1) DEMOLITION OF EXISTING DWELLING AND DECOMMISSIONING OF EXISTING SEPTIC TANK AND (2) ERECTION OF A DWELLING HOUSE WITH WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM AND ALL OTHER ASSOCIATED SITE DEVELOPMENT WORKS INCLUDING ASSOCIATED AMENDMENTS TO GRANT OF PERMISSION REF. 15/51698 (AS EXTENDED VIA GRANT OF EXTENSION OF DURATION PERMISSION REF. 20/51547)

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The applicant failed to establish a demonstrable need for an additional dwelling house on the landholding given an extant permission for a replacement dwelling, and the proposal would contribute to an excessive density of suburban-type development in a 'High Scenic Amenity' area, eroding rural character.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant has not established a demonstrable rural housing need for an additional dwelling on this landholding, as an extant permission already exists for a replacement house on the same site.
  • The development would exacerbate a pattern of suburban-type ribbon development outside the settlement boundary, detracting from a coastal landscape designated as 'High Scenic Amenity'.
  • The cumulative impact of the proposed and permitted dwellings would be seriously injurious to the visual amenities and rural character of the area, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy RH-P-1Policy RH-P-2Policy RH-P-4Policy RH-P-7Policy RH-P-9Policy NH-P-7Policy NH-P-1Policy WES-P-11Section 6.3.1Section 6.3.3Map 6.2.1Map 7.1.1Appendix 4

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the demolition of an existing dormer dwelling and septic tank at Kinnalargy, Downings, to be replaced by a single-storey, three-bedroom unit of 77sqm. The site is located on the Rosguill peninsula in an area designated as 'High Scenic Amenity' and a 'Structurally Weak Rural Area'. While Donegal County Council originally granted permission, the Inspector recommended refusal on appeal. The Inspector's primary argument is that a previous permission (Ref. 15/51698) already allo...
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