Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension design, featuring large dormer windows and a contemporary mono-pitch element, was deemed incongruous with the existing dwelling and the sensitive coastal landscape, contravening Objective RHO 10 of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design of the extension, specifically the large dormer features and contemporary mono-pitch element, is not in keeping with the vernacular of the area or the existing dwelling.
- The proposal is considered incongruous and inappropriate for its sensitive coastal setting located between Clew Bay and Croagh Patrick.
- The development would contravene Objective RHO 10 of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the vicinity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO 10Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Rural housing design guidelines 2008
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for an extension to an existing 194sqm dwelling house on a 0.19ha site at Carrowkeeran, Murrisk, Co. Mayo, situated in a sensitive coastal landscape north of Murrisk village. Mayo County Council refused the application primarily because the proposed design, which included large dormer windows and a contemporary mono-pitch extension, was deemed unsympathetic to the original structure and the surrounding rural character. The planning authority concluded that the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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