Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its detrimental visual impact on the Royal Canal's integrity and its failure to integrate into the rural landscape through inappropriate design, scale, and siting.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located within the 500m visual assessment zone of the Royal Canal and is deemed to have a detrimental negative impact on the integrity and views of the canal.
- The design, scale, and siting of the two-storey dwelling are considered out of keeping with the existing pattern of development and fail to integrate sensitively with the receiving rural landscape.
- The proposal materially contravenes specific County Development Plan objectives regarding heritage protection and rural housing management standards, setting an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 12.41DMS 16.88Chapter 16 Vol 1Vol 3 Annex 7
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a large 388sqm two-storey dwelling and attached garage at Tennalick, Colehill, Co. Longford, on an elevated site overlooking the Royal Canal. Longford County Council refused the application primarily because the development would negatively impact the visual integrity of the Royal Canal, falling within its 500m visual assessment zone. Additionally, the planning authority concluded that the proposed design and siting were inappropriate for the rural context,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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