Core Refusal Reason
The proposed replacement dwelling is excessive in scale and located in a prominent position outside the original curtilage, resulting in a significantly greater visual impact that would injure the rural character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is significantly greater in scale than the existing dwelling it seeks to replace, failing to integrate appropriately into the landscape.
- The development is located outside the curtilage of the existing dwelling on a prominent hilltop site, increasing its visual prominence from the public road.
- The proposal fails to comply with the specific criteria for replacement dwellings set out in the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 regarding visual impact and site location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HOU 50Policy Objective HOU 51Section 13.9.13
Decision Document Summary
Joe and Sile Butler sought permission for a two-storey replacement dwelling and wastewater treatment system at Ravanny, Louth Village. The site is located in a rural area on a prominent hilltop. While the principle of replacing the existing habitable dwelling was acceptable, the planning authority refused permission because the new design was significantly larger than the original and was sited outside the existing curtilage. The inspector concluded that the proposal would be visually prominent ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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