Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed dwelling would negatively impact the setting and legibility of a high-status recorded archaeological monument (Cashel) and would be a visually intrusive feature on the skyline within an area of high scenic amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The siting of the house on an elevated portion of the site would encroach upon and compete with the setting of a recorded ringfort (DG065-007), detracting from its imposing isolation and legibility.
- The development would form an unduly prominent feature on the skyline, failing to assimilate into the high scenic amenity landscape or follow the established pattern of lower-lying development in the locality.
- The proposal contravenes County Development Plan policies AH-P-3 (Archaeology) and RH-P-1 & 2 (Rural Housing/Landscape), and would be seriously injurious to the visual amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH-P-4Policy RH-P-1Policy RH-P-2Policy RH-P-9Policy NH-P-7Policy AH-P-3Policy T-P-15Policy NH-P-17
Decision Document Summary
This report concerns a proposal for a 230.17 sqm single-storey dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Corr, Lettermacaward, Co. Donegal. The site is a 0.53-hectare sloped area overlooking the Gweebarra River estuary within a landscape designated as 'High Scenic Amenity'. Although the Donegal County Council granted permission, the decision was appealed by An Taisce and an observer. The Inspector notes that while the applicant has a 'prima facie' rural housing need, the technical siting is de...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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