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the erection of a 21m monopole installed on a concrete base to support telecommunications antennae, which together with the installation of dishes, remote radio units, wire mesh fencing, ground-based equipment cabinets and all associated development thereto will provide mobile electronic communication services from the installation

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed 21m monopole would be visually obtrusive and seriously injure the residential amenities of the area due to its scale, height, and proximity to existing and permitted residential developments.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale and height of the 21m monopole in close proximity to existing and permitted residential developments would be visually obtrusive and seriously injure the amenities of the area.
  • The proposal is considered contrary to Ministerial Guidance (Telecommunications Antennae and Support Structures Guidelines 1996) which suggests masts in residential areas should be a last resort.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar type proposals in the area and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

G5Section 4.3 of the Telecommunications Antennae and Support Structures: Guidelines for Planning Authorities

Decision Document Summary

Shared Access Ltd sought permission for a 21m telecommunications monopole and associated equipment at Johnville FC, St Johns Park, Waterford. The site is zoned for open space and is located near existing residential areas and a newly permitted housing development. The application was refused primarily because the structure's height and scale would be visually intrusive, negatively impacting residential amenities and property values, thereby contravening national guidelines and local planning obj...
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