Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its visually obtrusive nature in a prominent location, the failure to demonstrate that co-location options were exhausted, and the resulting overconcentration of telecommunications infrastructure in the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 24m lattice structure is considered visually obtrusive and prominent from the public footpath, lacking any natural screening to mitigate its impact on the character of the area.
- The applicant failed to provide documentary evidence regarding the non-availability of co-location on existing structures, directly contravening the requirements for new telecommunications proposals.
- The proximity of the site (170m) to another permitted telecommunications structure would lead to an unacceptable overconcentration of such infrastructure, indicating a lack of a co-ordinated approach.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective ICT 02Objective ICT 05Objective ICT 06Section 7.12Section 14.15
Decision Document Summary
Vantage Towers Limited proposed the installation of a 24m high lattice telecommunications support structure with associated antennas and equipment at Moynehall, Cavan, on lands zoned for General Enterprise and Employment. Although the site is accessible and the need for improved coverage was noted, the local authority refused permission because the mast would be highly conspicuous and visually intrusive. The decision emphasized that the proposal failed to explore co-location options and would re...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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