Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its visual prominence on an elevated site and its potential negative impact on the setting of nearby recorded archaeological monuments.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling's elevated position and 182m setback from the public road would result in a visually obtrusive development that is prominent in the landscape and injurious to the rural amenities of the area.
- The development is located within 107m of Recorded Monuments WM013-031 (Castle-Hall-House) and WM013-031001 (Bawn), and in the absence of an Archaeological Impact Assessment, it is considered that the proposal would negatively impact the visual setting of these monuments.
- The proposal is contrary to the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027, specifically policies CPO 14.6 and CPO 14.7, and would therefore be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 9.1CPO 9.2CPO 9.8CPO 9.13CPO 9.14CPO 9.16CPO 9.17CPO 9.18CPO 9.19CPO 9.20CPO 16.32CPO 16.33CPO 16.34CPO 14.5CPO 14.6CPO 14.7
Decision Document Summary
Michael White applied for permission to construct a storey-and-a-half dwelling (248sqm) and a detached garage at Caddagh, Delvin, Co. Westmeath. Although the applicant demonstrated compliance with local housing need (CPO 9.1), the Planning Authority refused the application. The primary concerns related to the site's topography, where the dwelling would be situated over 5m above the road level on a prominent high point, and its proximity to two recorded archaeological monuments. Without an Archae...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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