Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes inappropriate overdevelopment of a rural site, resulting in a density of structures that is out of character with the area and injurious to visual and residential amenities.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed detached garage and shed, when considered alongside the existing cottage, log cabin, and under-construction dwelling, represent an inappropriate overdevelopment of the 1.18ha rural site.
- The scale and siting of the additional structures would be out of character with the rural landscape and would seriously injure the visual and residential amenities of the area.
- The development is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area and the specific zoning objective to protect and promote the rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 9.4RD POL 9Chapter 11
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission for a detached domestic garage and a garden equipment shed at Clondoogan, Summerhill, Co. Meath. The 1.18ha site is located in a rural area under strong urban influence and already contains an original cottage, a log cabin, and a replacement two-story dwelling currently under construction. Meath County Council refused the application on the grounds that the addition of further detached structures constitutes overdevelopment. The planning authority determined that...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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