Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would negatively impact the rural character of the area through the creation of visibility splays and fails to utilize existing access points as required by development plan policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The creation of visibility splays for the new entrance would cause a detrimental impact to the rural character of the area, contrary to the requirements of Policy RCP 1.
- The proposal fails to comply with Policy RCP 3, which mandates that new developments in the countryside use existing lanes where practical to minimize the loss of hedgerows and trees.
- There are unresolved legal and technical concerns regarding the required sightlines, which traverse third-party property without the necessary legal agreements or evidence of consultation.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.8.1Section 15.16Section 15.16.1Section 15.27Section 15.30Section 15.34RCP 1RCP 3
Decision Document Summary
Oliver McFarland applied for permission to construct a new laneway and entrance at Coolnalong, Clones, Co. Monaghan, to provide access to a dwelling previously granted permission under ref. 07/459. The site is situated within a 'Category 1- Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence' according to the Monaghan County Development Plan 2019-2025. The application was refused primarily because the ancillary works required for the entrance would damage the rural character of the landscape and the proposa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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