Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development contravenes Rural Housing Objective RHO-4 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 as it would result in an obtrusive feature in a sensitive landscape and fails to meet the specific criteria for housing in coastal, lakeshore, and scenic areas.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contravene Rural Housing Objective RHO-4, which requires applicants in coastal and scenic areas to demonstrate a long-standing social link and ensure the project does not impinge on the character of the area.
- The proposed dwelling would result in an obtrusive feature in the landscape, interfering with the character of a sensitive environment that the Planning Authority is mandated to preserve.
- The proposal is considered contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area due to its failure to meet high standards in siting, design, and landscape enhancement.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Rural Housing Objective RHO-4Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a new dwelling house on the site of an existing ruin, along with a domestic garage and wastewater treatment system at Glenbeg West, Finny, Clonbur, Co. Mayo. The site is situated within a sensitive landscape designated as a coastal area, lakeshore, or scenic route. Mayo County Council refused permission because the development contravenes Rural Housing Objective RHO-4 of the 2022-2028 County Development Plan. The authority concluded that the project ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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