Core Refusal Reason
The proposal contravenes Rural Housing Objective RHO 4 due to its prominent lakeside location, negative visual impact on the landscape character, and failure to demonstrate a viable potable water supply.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development contravenes Rural Housing Objective RHO 4 as it would be an obtrusive feature in a sensitive lakeside landscape, failing to protect the character and integrity of the area.
- The proposed dwelling and associated site works, including extensive excavation on an elevated site, would be seriously injurious to the visual amenity of the locality.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence that a safe and sustainable potable water supply could be sourced and maintained on-site, posing a risk to public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Rural Housing Objective RHO 4Vol 1 Written StatementVol 2 Development Mgt Standards
Decision Document Summary
Caroline Gibbons and Neil Golden sought permission to construct a dwelling house and garage at a lakeside site in Islandeady, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. The proposal was refused by Mayo County Council primarily because the site is located in a sensitive, visually prominent lakeside area where development would conflict with Rural Housing Objective RHO 4 of the County Development Plan. Additionally, the council determined that the necessary site works would negatively impact the landscape character and...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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