Core Refusal Reason
The proposed garage is considered premature in the absence of the permitted dwelling and would negatively impact the visual amenity and scenic character of the coastal zone.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is deemed premature as it proposes a domestic garage in isolation from the permitted dwelling (Pl Ref. 21320) which has not yet commenced, setting an undesirable precedent for ad-hoc development.
- The scale, design, and siting of the garage are considered unsympathetic to the surrounding landscape and would detract from the visual amenity of the area.
- The proposal would materially contravene Policy NEP 14 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 by impacting the physical, visual, and scenic character of the landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 2 Section 2.8 Rural Housing Garages / ShedsPolicy Area 1- Montaine Coastal ZonePolicy NEP 14
Decision Document Summary
Noel and Jacinta Farrell applied for planning permission to construct a 61sqm domestic garage at Doogort East, Achill, Co. Mayo, on a site where a dwelling was previously permitted but not yet built. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that building a garage before the primary residence is premature and would establish a poor planning precedent. Additionally, the double-height design and prominent siting were found to be incompatible with the sensitive Montaine Coastal ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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