Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to non-compliance with rural housing policy in an 'Area of Special Control', negative visual impact on a designated Heritage Landscape and Scenic Route, and traffic safety concerns on the R477.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would negatively impact the character and uniformity of a designated Heritage Landscape and Scenic Route, contravening objectives CDP 14.5 and 14.7 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed entrance would create a traffic hazard on the R477 (Wild Atlantic Way) due to restricted sight distances and interference with the safety and free flow of traffic on a busy tourist route.
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a specific social or economic need to reside in this 'Area of Special Control', meaning the proposal does not comply with the rural housing criteria set out in objective CDP 4.14.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 4.14CDP 14.7CDP 14.5CDP 15.3CDP 11.13CDP 11.14
Decision Document Summary
Diane and Gerald Flanagan sought permission to construct a 132 sqm dwelling house and wastewater treatment system at Aghaglynny North, Ballyvaughan, Co. Clare. The 0.40ha greenfield site is situated in a sensitive Heritage Landscape along a designated Scenic Route on the R477, which forms part of the Wild Atlantic Way. Clare County Council refused the application because the dwelling would be visually injurious to the protected landscape, the proposed access was deemed a traffic hazard, and the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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