Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its adverse visual impact on a sensitive coastal landscape and the failure to demonstrate that the onsite wastewater treatment system would not pose a risk to public health or the environment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is situated on a prominent back land location that is inconsistent with the existing pattern of development and would detract from the distinctive visual character of a sensitive coastal area designated as visually vulnerable.
- The development would be seriously injurious to the visual amenities of the area and would set an undesirable precedent for similar back land developments in a highly sensitive landscape.
- Insufficient technical information was provided to confirm that the proposed effluent treatment system complies with the EPA Code of Practice, rendering the proposal prejudicial to public health by reason of potential environmental pollution.
Cited Policies (CDP)
SP-S-12P-LCP-1P-LCP-3Section 33.4Section 33.4.2P-WWT-5Section 23.2.2P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-4P-PS-1P-PS-4P-RHOU-1P-RHOU-2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of a new detached dwelling, domestic garage, and a proprietary wastewater treatment system at Carrowreagh, Skreen, Co. Sligo. The subject site is located in a visually sensitive coastal area between a designated scenic route and a coastline classified as visually vulnerable. Sligo County Council refused the application primarily because the proposed back land siting failed to integrate into the traditional rural landscape and would negatively impact protect...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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