Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would result in a dominant and visually obtrusive feature on an elevated ridgeline and failed to demonstrate that safe access with required sightlines could be achieved.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would be located on a prominent ridgeline and break the skyline, resulting in a dominant feature that is seriously injurious to the visual amenities of the local area.
- The applicant failed to properly demonstrate that the required sightlines for the new residential access could be provided in accordance with Development Management Standards.
- While the applicant meets the rural housing need criteria, the subject site cannot visually accommodate the development, and more suitable, less sensitive sites are available on the landholding.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Landscape Policy Objective L 02Policy H24Policy H28Development Management Standards
Decision Document Summary
The applicant proposed the construction of a single-storey dwelling and large garage at Bawnfune, Kilmanahan, Co. Waterford, on an elevated and exposed site overlooking the Suir Valley. Although the applicant was found to have a legitimate local housing need, Waterford City and County Council refused permission primarily due to the site's prominent position on a ridgeline, which would cause significant negative landscape impact. Furthermore, the application failed to demonstrate that safe road a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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