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development consisting of (1) demolition of existing outbuilding (2) construction of new extensions to north east and south east elevations of existing cottage (3) new roof to porch on north west elevation of existing cottage (4) replacement and upgrade of existing septic tank with new proprietary effluent treatment system and percolation area (5) construction of new boat house with new associated slipway (6) construction of new vehicular entrance to existing lane along south west boundary of the site and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development, specifically the boathouse, is excessive in scale and siting for a sensitive coastal landscape, and the application lacks sufficient technical detail regarding wastewater treatment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and siting of the proposed boathouse are considered excessive for the sensitive coastal and rural setting, representing a dominant feature that would negatively impact the 'Visually Vulnerable' coastline.
  • The proposed boathouse would result in an undesirable spread of development away from the existing built footprint into a sensitive landscape where development is generally restricted.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient technical details to demonstrate that the proposed on-site wastewater treatment system and drip dispersal area could safely and effectively manage effluent at the site.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 10.4.1P-LCAP-1P-LCAP-2P-LCAP-4P-DCZ-1P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-3Section 13.4.6

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the extension of an existing cottage and the construction of a 72sq.m boathouse and slipway at Cloonagh, Ballinfull, Co. Sligo, a site designated as a 'Visually Vulnerable' coastline. While the residential extensions were largely acceptable, the Planning Authority determined that the boathouse was a dominant feature that would negatively impact the sensitive landscape and represent an inappropriate spread of development. Furthermore, the application was deemed deficient in ...
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