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to (a) alter site boundaries previously granted under Planning Permission Ref: P04/422, (b) RETAIN existing pod structure and associated ancillary works as playhouse/home office/gym ancillary to the main use of the dwelling house (c) close up entrance to pod structure from main road and (d) to provide for all ancillary works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Adverse visual impact resulting from the prominent siting of the pod structure forward of the established building line within a designated 'Settled Landscape'.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The pod structure is located forward of the building line of the existing dwelling and is visually prominent on an elevated site with long-range views.
  • The current siting is considered to have a potential adverse visual impact on the character of the 'Settled Landscape' designation.
  • While the principle of an ancillary structure is acceptable, the Planning Authority is not favorably disposed to the current location and considers that relocation to the rear of the dwelling is necessary to protect visual amenity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CDP 13.2Settled Landscape

Decision Document Summary

The application sought permission for the retention of a 25.81 sq m pod structure (used as a playhouse/home office/gym) and alterations to site boundaries at Attycristora, Lahinch, Co. Clare. The site is situated within a 'Settled Landscape' under the Clare County Development Plan. Although the ancillary use was deemed acceptable in principle, the Planning Authority determined that the structure's position forward of the main dwelling's building line created an unacceptable visual impact. The pr...
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