Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused because its elevated and exposed position on a prominent hilltop along a scenic route would create a discordant landscape feature, negatively impacting the visual amenity and character of a 'Most Sensitive' landscape area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site's elevated and exposed location on a prominent hilltop along a designated scenic route makes it unsuitable for the proposed dwelling as it would fail to be adequately absorbed into the landscape.
- The development is contrary to Policy Objectives L 02 and L 04 of the Waterford City & County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seek to protect the character, integrity, and scenic value of the landscape.
- The proposal would detract from the visual amenity, erode the visual character of the area, and set an undesirable precedent for prominent development in sensitive rural locations.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 7.11.2Policy Objective L 02Policy Objective L 04Volume 2 – Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
This application proposed the construction of a new dwelling, detached garage, and associated site works at Graignagower, Ballymacarbry, Co. Waterford, a site located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and a 'Most Sensitive' scenic landscape. Although the applicant established a local housing need, the Planning Authority refused permission due to the site's prominent and exposed topography. It was determined that the dwelling would be a visually obtrusive feature on the skyline, faili...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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