Core Refusal Reason
The proposed dwelling would result in a significant negative visual impact on the rural landscape due to its height and prominent siting on an elevated, exposed site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's height and siting on an elevated, exposed site would create an incongruous and visually prominent feature that cannot be absorbed by the landscape.
- The proposal would cause significant and detrimental harm to the visual amenities and rural character of the Ballydonigan area.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable precedent for similar large-scale developments in sensitive rural landscapes, contrary to sustainable planning principles.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 3.1.1 (Volume 2)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a single-storey serviced dwelling house at Ballydonigan, Tinnacross. The local authority refused the application primarily because the proposed structure's height and positioning on an elevated, exposed site would lead to an undue visual impact. The development was deemed incompatible with the rural character of the area, failing to integrate into the landscape and violating Section 3.1.1 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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