Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to visual obtrusiveness caused by the elevated siting and excessive laneway length, as well as the failure to provide a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening for a nearby Special Area of Conservation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling's elevated position would be visually obtrusive and negatively impact the rural character and landscape, contravening Objective RHD 01 regarding rural house design.
- The absence of a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening prevents the Planning Authority from determining if the development would have a significant effect on the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.
- The excessive length of the proposed access laneway is considered visually obtrusive and fails to integrate with the landscape as required by Objective SD 01.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.13.2.2Objective RHD 01Section 12.13.2.10Objective SD 01
Decision Document Summary
Ciara and Sean McCaffrey sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, detached garage, and associated site works at Drumsillagh, Butlersbridge, County Cavan. While the applicants successfully demonstrated a rural housing need, the proposal was refused because the elevated siting and extensive access laneway were deemed visually obtrusive and contrary to the proper planning of the area. Additionally, the lack of a Stage 1 Appropriate Assessment Screening meant the potential impact on the nearb...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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