Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its adverse impact on a designated historic garden and designed landscape (Louth Hall demesne) and for exacerbating ribbon development in the open countryside.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in the piecemeal erosion and loss of integrity of the Louth Hall demesne, a designated Historic Garden and Designed Landscape, contrary to Policy BHC 38.
- The proposal would exacerbate ribbon development and result in an intrusive encroachment of physical development into the open rural landscape, contrary to Policy HOU 42.
- The siting of the dwelling in an elevated position combined with the removal of roadside hedgerow would have a significant adverse visual impact on the character and quality of the historic landscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
BHC 38HOU 42HOU 41HOU 38HOU 46HOU 47BHC 39BHC 41ENV 39IU 16IU 17IU 18IU 19IU 26
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the construction of a two-storey dwelling and detached garage at Louth Hall, Tallanstown, Co. Louth, within Rural Policy Zone 2. The site is situated within the former Louth Hall demesne, which is identified as a designated Historic Garden and Designed Landscape. Louth County Council refused permission because the development would negatively impact the integrity and setting of this historic landscape through piecemeal erosion and visual intrusion. Additionally, the plan...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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