Core Refusal Reason
The shed is refused due to its excessive scale, height, and industrial design, which are not visually subservient to the main dwelling and result in a negative visual impact on the surrounding residential area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The shed's height of over 4m and scale of 60sqm make it highly visible from surrounding roadways, resulting in a negative visual impact that is incongruous with the residential character of the area.
- The form, materials, and features like the roller shutter door suggest a commercial rather than domestic ancillary use, failing to remain visually subservient to the primary dwelling house.
- The development is contrary to Section 33.2.2 of the County Development Plan regarding the impact of development on its surroundings and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 33.4.5Section 33.2.2Sligo County Development Plan 2024-2030
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to retain a 60sqm steel shed at the rear of No. 24 Woodville Court, Sligo, a residential estate of semi-detached dwellings. Sligo County Council refused the application because the structure's height and industrial appearance were deemed out of character with the existing dwelling and harmful to the visual amenity of the area. The planner concluded that the shed was not visually subservient to the main house and its retention would conflict with Section 33.2.2 of ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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