Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 21m mast was deemed to have an undue negative impact on the visual amenities of the surrounding residential area and the applicant failed to sufficiently demonstrate that co-location with existing infrastructure was not feasible.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The substantial 21m height and prominent location of the structure at a significant road junction would result in an unacceptable visual impact on the character and amenities of the adjacent residential properties.
- The applicant failed to comply with Policy IU 42 of the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027, which mandates the co-location and sharing of antennae support structures and sites where feasible.
- Insufficient evidence was provided to justify that this specific site is the only viable location to address coverage deficiencies, particularly given the availability of other existing masts in the wider area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
NGB 6IU 41IU 42IU 43IU 44IU 45IU 46IU 4713.8.313.18.3
Decision Document Summary
Eircom Ltd (t/a eir) applied for permission to erect a 21m high telecommunications monopole and associated equipment at an existing Eir exchange at the junction of Old Golf Links Road and Dublin Road, Haggardstown, Dundalk. The site is located within an area zoned 'A1 Existing Residential'. The planning authority determined that the scale and height of the mast would be overly dominant and injurious to the visual amenity of the residential neighborhood. Additionally, the proposal was found to be...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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