Core Refusal Reason
The proposal to replace a previously conditioned 2-metre rendered blockwork wall with a less durable concrete post and panel fence materially contravenes a condition of the parent permission and would negatively impact the visual amenity of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed change from a rendered blockwork wall to a concrete post and panel fence materially contravenes Condition 5(ii) of the parent planning permission (Ref: 20/1281).
- The proposed boundary treatment is considered less durable and permanent than the required block wall, which is contrary to the established planning approach for new residential developments in the county.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and adversely affect the visual character and amenity of the receiving environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Cahir Local Area Plan 2021-2027
Decision Document Summary
Woodfort Corporate Ltd sought permission to amend the boundary treatments for a 48-dwelling development at Farranlahassery, Cahir, Co. Tipperary, specifically changing the western and southern boundaries from a rendered blockwork wall to a concrete post and panel fence. Tipperary County Council refused the application because the proposal materially contravenes a condition of the original permission (20/1281) which mandated a 2-metre block wall for durability and visual amenity. The planner conc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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