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development which will consist of the installation of a 24 metres monopole telecommunications support structure carrying antennas, dishes, remote radio units (RRUs), associated equipment, together with ground-based equipment cabinets, GPS, fencing, gantry poles, cable ladder, cable tray, concrete plinths and all associated site development works for wireless data and broadband services
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its detrimental visual impact on a designated High Amenity Area, inadequate traffic safety and access arrangements, and potential negative impact on protected archaeological monuments.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 24m monopole would be a visually prominent and incongruous feature in a sensitive rural landscape, contrary to policies protecting the High Amenity Area of the Lough Ree/Shannon Corridor.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient documentation regarding legal consent for access and the provision of safe sightlines at the junction with the L-1437 local road.
- The proximity to Recorded Monuments (WM022-034 and WM022-034001) and the lack of an adequate archaeological assessment mean the proposal could seriously injure protected historic remains and their settings.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 13.20CPO 13.21CPO 13.55CPO 10.52CPO 14.6CPO 14.7
Decision Document Summary
This application by On Tower Ireland Limited proposed the installation of a 24-metre monopole telecommunications structure at an elevated site in Pearsonsbrook, Glasson, Co. Westmeath. The subject site is situated within a designated High Amenity Area overlooking Lough Ree. The planning authority refused permission because the development would be visually intrusive in a sensitive landscape, lacked evidence of safe traffic access and necessary legal consents, and failed to demonstrate that it wo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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