Core Refusal Reason
The proposed replacement of a natural hedge boundary with a tall solid wall and panel structure was deemed out of character with the sylvan, semi-rural setting and detrimental to the visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The replacement of the existing hedgerow with a solid wall and panel structure is incongruous with the established sylvan and semi-rural character of the New Russian Village estate.
- The proposed development would have a significant adverse impact on the visual and residential amenities of the immediate vicinity.
- The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to respect the existing roadside boundary patterns.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.21
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the replacement of an existing front boundary hedgerow with a 2.1m high masonry wall and panel structure at Brambledown, 13 New Russian Village, Kilquade. While the site is located within an existing residential area, the Planning Authority determined that the proposed solid boundary treatment would be out of character with the attractive sylvan, semi-rural nature of the road, where hedges and low walls predominate. Consequently, the development was refused...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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