2560469

Planning Permission for development in the townland of Creggyconnell, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo. The development will consist of the erection of a 36m high lattice support structure carrying antennas and dishes together with associated ground-based equipment all enclosed in security fencing, upgrade of an existing access track and the provision of a new access track, proposed site access taken from an existing site access from the L-7311 and all ancillary site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed 36m telecommunications mast on an elevated and exposed site would be visually obtrusive and detrimental to the character of the surrounding rural and coastal landscape, which includes designated Scenic Routes and Visually Vulnerable areas.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is located on an elevated and exposed site in close proximity to designated Scenic Routes and Visually Vulnerable landscapes, making it a discordant and visually obtrusive feature.
  • The applicant failed to provide a satisfactory justification for the specific location or a detailed assessment of alternative sites and co-location options.
  • The proposal would adversely injure the visual amenities of the area and set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in sensitive rural and coastal landscapes.

Cited Policies (CDP)

P-LCP-1P-LCP-2P-LCP-3P-LCP-5P-TEL-1Section 33.11.3Section 31.5.2

Decision Document Summary

Hibernian Cellular Networks Ltd sought permission for a 36m high lattice telecommunications support structure and associated works at Creggyconnell, Rosses Point, Co. Sligo. The site is situated on an elevated peninsula within a landscape characterized by Scenic Routes and Visually Vulnerable coastal areas. Sligo County Council refused the application primarily because the structure would be a visually dominant and incongruous feature in a sensitive landscape. Furthermore, the planner noted a la...
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