Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 160-meter access road and associated significant ground works would negatively impact the visual amenities and landscape character of the area, contrary to Policy P-LCAP-1.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 160-meter access road and required ground works are considered excessive and would significantly detract from the visual amenities of the rural landscape.
- The development is contrary to Policy P-LCAP-1 of the Sligo County Development Plan 2017-2023, which seeks to protect the physical landscape and scenic character of the county.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in this rural location, undermining proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-DHOU-1P-DHOU-2P-RHOU-1P-RHOU-2Section 13.4P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-3P-WTH-1P-LCAP-1P-WW-5Section 13.8.3
Decision Document Summary
Mark Culkin sought permission to demolish a derelict dwelling and construct a new single-storey house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Cannaghanally, Dromore West. While the principle of replacing the derelict structure was deemed acceptable, the proposal necessitated a new 160-meter access road due to the narrow nature of the existing public road. Sligo County Council refused the application on the grounds that the scale of the access road and the significant ground works required wo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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