Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its adverse visual impact on a prominent ridgeline and the failure to demonstrate that safe sightlines could be achieved at the site entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would be situated on an elevated and exposed ridgeline, creating a dominant feature that would be seriously injurious to the visual amenities of the local area and wider landscape.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the required sightlines to the nearside road edge could be achieved, resulting in a development that would represent a risk to traffic safety for future residents and other road users.
- The development would be contrary to Landscape Policy Objective L 02 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028, which aims to protect the character and integrity of the landscape from visually obtrusive proposals.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy H24Policy H28Landscape Policy Objective L 02
Decision Document Summary
Thomas Keane applied for permission to construct a two-storey dwelling, garage, and associated services at Mocollop, Ballyduff Upper, Co. Waterford. The site is located within an 'Area Under Strong Urban Influence' on an elevated, exposed ridgeline. Although the applicant demonstrated a local housing need, the Planning Authority refused the application because the proposed structure would be a dominant and visually obtrusive feature in the landscape. Furthermore, the applicant failed to provide ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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