Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development, due to its elevated siting and large footprint, would be visually obstructive, out of character with the rural landscape, and result in physical scarring of a prominent landholding.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling's location on an elevated and highly visible site would make it highly conspicuous and visually obstructive within a sensitive rural setting.
- The scale and massing of the large-footprint dwelling would result in the physical scarring of the landscape, appearing unnatural and unrelated to its surroundings.
- The proposal is contrary to Westmeath County Development Plan policy CPO 16.32 and Rural Design Guidelines as it fails to integrate with the existing rural landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1(3)CPO 9.1(5)CPO 16.32
Decision Document Summary
Claire Gleeson & Eoin McDonnell sought permission for a single-storey dwelling and garage at Gneevekeel, Streamstown, Co. Westmeath, located in a 'Strong Rural Area Under Urban Influence'. While the applicants successfully demonstrated a local need, the application was refused because the proposed siting on an elevated, prominent landholding would be highly conspicuous. The Planning Authority determined that the large-footprint design would fail to integrate with the rural landscape, causing vis...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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