Core Refusal Reason
Inappropriate scale and height leading to an adverse visual impact on a designated scenic route and a visually sensitive upland landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed two-storey dwelling, with a ridge height of 9.3m, is considered to have an excessive and negative visual impact on a designated scenic route and a visually sensitive upland landscape.
- The scale and height of the replacement dwelling are deemed inappropriate for the rural context and its prominent position relative to the surrounding landscape and existing single-storey dwellings.
- The planning authority is not favorably disposed to the current design and requires a revised proposal for a single-storey or low-profile dormer dwelling to protect the visual and scenic amenity of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Waterford County Development Plan 2011-2017Stronger Rural Area policyZoned Agriculture [P1]Scenic Route / Scenic Landscape Evaluation
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to demolish an existing storey-and-a-half dwelling and construct a large 391sqm two-storey replacement dwelling at Ballintlea, Lemybrien, Co. Waterford. The site is situated in a 'Stronger Rural Area' and along a designated 'Scenic Route' within a visually sensitive upland landscape. The application was refused in its current form because the height and scale of the proposed two-storey house would adversely impact the scenic amenity and character of the area, with...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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