Core Refusal Reason
The proposed replacement dwelling, by reason of its height, bulk, and scale, would seriously injure the visual amenities of a 'Most Sensitive' landscape and a designated scenic route.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling's height, bulk, and scale are considered inappropriate for this upland rural location, resulting in a significant negative impact on the visual amenities of the area.
- The development conflicts with landscape protection policies L02 and L04, which aim to protect 'Most Sensitive' landscape classifications and scenic routes from intrusive development.
- The application is largely identical to a previous refusal (Ref: 22/191), and the planning authority determined that no substantive changes were made to justify a deviation from the prior decision.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective H32Landscape Policy L02Landscape Policy L04Zoned Agriculture [A]Area Under Strong Urban Influence
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to demolish an existing storey and a half dwelling and construct a two-storey replacement house at Ballintlea, Leamybrien, Co. Waterford. The site is located in a visually prominent upland area classified as a 'Most Sensitive' landscape and situated along a designated scenic route. The Planning Authority refused the application on the grounds that the scale and design of the new dwelling would be visually injurious to the landscape and contrary to the Waterford...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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