Core Refusal Reason
The development is visually obtrusive and fails to integrate with the character and setting of the Protected Structure, Ballyheigue Castle, contravening heritage and landscape conservation objectives.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale, form, and bulk of the structures are insensitive and visually dominant, failing to integrate with the built heritage of the site.
- The development negatively impacts the character and setting of Ballyheigue Castle, a designated Protected Structure, and its adjoining historic walls.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area, supported by a precedent of refusal for similar structures on the site by An Bord Pleanála.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78KCDP 8-40KCDP 8-50BE-GO-04BE-GO-07
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a 90.72 sqm corrugated shed used as a gym and a 29.96 sqm metal container for toilet and exercise facilities at Castlelawn, Ballyheigue. The site is situated within the grounds of Ballyheigue Castle, a Protected Structure. Kerry County Council refused the application on the grounds that the structures are visually obtrusive, fail to respect the architectural heritage of the castle, and contravene specific development plan objectives aimed at protec...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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