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Retention Permission for development consisting of: (1) Construction of steel frame workshop structure incidental to the use of the land for private forestry and private use with associated hard standing; (2) Construction of a timber structure materials shed associated with the aforementioned use of the land; and (3) Ancillary infrastructure and all associated site development works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is unjustified in scale and use within a 'very high value' scenic landscape, representing sporadic development that would set an undesirable precedent and negatively impact the character of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and use of the two sheds (231sqm total) are considered excessive and unjustified for the stated private forestry and boat-building purposes at this sensitive scenic location.
  • The development constitutes sporadic development in a 'very high value' landscape area along the shores of Lough Ree, where there is no established pattern for such structures.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments, negatively affecting the landscape character and contradicting the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 10: Natural HeritageChapter 12: Development Management StandardsED 6.9ED 6.10Nh10: 25

Decision Document Summary

This application sought retention permission for a 107sqm steel workshop and a 124sqm timber materials shed on a 0.661ha site at Mountplunkett, Lecarrow, Co. Roscommon. The site is located in a forested area approximately 140m from the shores of Lough Ree, within a landscape designated as 'very high value'. Roscommon County Council refused the application because the structures were deemed excessive in scale for their intended private use and represented sporadic development. The planning author...
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