Core Refusal Reason
The development would be visually obtrusive in a prominent coastal landscape and lacks sufficient environmental assessment regarding potential impacts on nearby Natura 2000 sites.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling would constitute an obtrusive feature on an elevated and exposed site, resulting in a disproportionate negative impact on the character of the scenic coastal landscape and contravening policy LP-01.
- The construction would require excessive excavation and site clearance for the driveway and foundations, which would significantly interfere with the natural character of the landscape at this location.
- Insufficient evidence was submitted to determine if the development would have significant adverse effects on the environment, specifically regarding the integrity of the adjacent Natura 2000 network (Killala Bay/Moy Estuary SAC and SPA).
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 2.3.2VP-01Map 4Section 2.3.4LP-01MCDP 2014-2020
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Moyne, Killala, Co. Mayo, on an elevated 0.30-hectare site overlooking Killala Bay along a designated scenic route. Although the site is in a 'structurally weak' area where housing is generally accommodated, the proposal was refused because the dwelling would be visually obtrusive and require excessive site works, failing to respect the character of the prominent coastal landscape. Furthermore, th...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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