Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 581sq.m shed is excessive in scale, lacks agricultural justification for its location within a residential curtilage, and fails to demonstrate that it would not adversely affect the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed structure, by virtue of its size and scale, is not ancillary or subservient to the main dwelling and would materially contravene development plan objectives for domestic sheds.
- No agricultural justification or evidence of an existing farm complex was provided to warrant the construction of a large-scale agricultural storage shed at this residential location.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the development would not have a significant negative impact on the Natura 2000 sites in the area, specifically the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 13.5.7DGS01DGS02DGS04Section 12.8NHDS 4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the construction of a 581sq.m agricultural and vehicle storage shed featuring a basement and mezzanine level at Putiaghan Upper, Belturbet, Co. Cavan. The site is located within the curtilage of an existing dwelling and is situated approximately 193m to 320m from the Lough Oughter and Associated Loughs SAC. Cavan County Council refused permission because the shed's scale is not ancillary to the residential use, there is no proven agricultural need for the building at this l...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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