Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 21m monopole would be a visually discordant feature on a designated scenic route (R675), negatively impacting the visual amenities of the area and contravening specific development plan objectives regarding protected views.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 21-metre high structure would represent a significant and visually discordant feature in the landscape along the R675, which is a main approach road to Tramore and part of the Copper Coast designated scenic route.
- The development would be contrary to Policy Objective L04 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seeks to protect scenic routes and protected views from inappropriate development.
- The site is considered inappropriate due to its location in the immediate surrounds of Tramore and its close proximity to neighbouring residential development and residentially zoned land.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective L04Policy Objective UTL 16Appendix 8 (Landscape Character Assessment)Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
Vantage Towers Limited sought permission to erect a 21-metre high monopole telecommunications support structure at Newtown Stables, Fenor Road, Tramore. The site is located on the R675, a designated scenic route forming part of the Copper Coast. Despite a reduction in height from a previously refused 30m/24m proposal, the Planning Authority refused the application. The decision was based on the structure's significant visual impact and discordance within a sensitive landscape, its proximity to r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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