Core Refusal Reason
The development is located in a highly sensitive landscape (pNHA and Area of Secondary Amenity Value) where the retention of a visually obtrusive structure would negatively impact the character and ecological integrity of Emy Lough.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The structure's design and corrugated metal finish are visually discordant and detract from the scenic quality of the Area of Secondary Amenity Value.
- The development is situated within a proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA) and fails to demonstrate that it will not adversely affect the sensitive lakeside ecology.
- Granting permission would establish a negative precedent for unauthorized, haphazard development in a protected recreational and environmental zone.
Cited Policies (CDP)
LPP 1NHP 1SAP 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a single-storey metal structure used as a sauna on the shores of Emy Lough, Emyvale. The site is designated as a proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA) and an Area of Secondary Amenity Value. Monaghan County Council refused the application on the grounds that the structure is visually intrusive in a sensitive landscape and lacks the necessary environmental safeguards to protect the ecological and recreational integrity of the lake....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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