Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 18m telecommunications mast is located in close proximity to sensitive land uses, including a nursing home (a protected structure), a childcare facility, and residential properties, which directly conflicts with Policy INF 11 of the Clonmel and Environs Development Plan 2013.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is situated in close proximity to sensitive land uses, specifically a nursing home (Protected Structure), a childcare facility, and private residential properties, which contravenes the criteria for facilitating telecommunications infrastructure under Policy INF 11.
- Despite a reduction in height from a previous refused application (21/1410), the Planning Authority remains concerned that the mast would have an overbearing visual impact on the residential amenity of neighboring properties.
- The proposal is considered to be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to achieve the objective of providing necessary infrastructure with minimal impact on the surrounding environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy INF 11Policy INF 12Policy AH 1Site Zoned Amenity
Decision Document Summary
Shared Access Ltd sought permission for the installation of an 18m telecommunications monopole and associated equipment at Clonmel Town F.C., Cashel Road, Clonmel. The site is located within a long-standing sports complex in an urban area, bordered by residential developments and a nursing home that is a designated Protected Structure. The application was refused by Tipperary County Council because the mast's proximity to these sensitive receptors and its resulting overbearing visual impact conf...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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