Core Refusal Reason
Detrimental visual impact on the visual amenity of the immediate area and the adjacent Cluain Duilleog residential estate due to the structure's height and close proximity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 18m high telecommunications structure is located in extremely close proximity to existing residential developments, specifically the Cluain Duilleog estate.
- The development is considered to have a detrimental visual impact on the visual amenity of the immediate area and would negatively affect the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
- The proposal is inconsistent with the siting and design requirements of Westmeath County Development Plan policies CPO 10.187 and CPO 16.58, as well as national guidelines under Circular Letter PL 07/12.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 10.179CPO 10.180CPO 10.183CPO 10.184CPO 10.185CPO 10.186CPO 10.187CPO 16.58
Decision Document Summary
Vantage Towers Ltd proposed the erection of a 15m high telecommunications monopole (18m total height including antenna) to replace an existing 12m wooden pole at the Eir Exchange in Moate, Co. Westmeath. The site is located on elevated ground between two local roads and is immediately adjacent to the Cluain Duilleog residential estate. Westmeath County Council refused permission because the scale and proximity of the mast would cause significant visual detriment to the neighboring residents and ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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