Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes undesirable backland development in a designated High Amenity Area and fails to demonstrate safe vehicular access via adequate sight lines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for haphazard backland development, undermining the established settlement pattern and eroding the landscape protections of the Lough Ree High Amenity Area.
- The proposal is contrary to specific development plan policies (CPO 13.20 and 13.21) aimed at preserving the character and natural amenity of lakeshore areas.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe access and egress could be achieved, posing a traffic hazard and contravening safety standards for vehicular entrances (CPO 16.33).
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1CPO 9.24CPO 13.20CPO 13.21CPO 16.33CPO 16.32
Decision Document Summary
Cathy McGettigan sought permission for a dwellinghouse and associated services at Creaghduff, Coosan Point, Athlone, a site located within the Lough Ree High Amenity Area and adjacent to protected Natura 2000 sites. The application was refused primarily because it represents inappropriate backland development that would set a negative precedent and detract from the sensitive lakeshore landscape. Additionally, the proposal failed to meet technical requirements for road safety, specifically regard...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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