Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to inadequate access arrangements, the exacerbation of ribbon development, negative visual impact on a sensitive landscape, and failure to demonstrate a genuine rural housing need.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate a safe and independent access arrangement, making the proposal premature and a potential traffic hazard.
- The development would exacerbate ribbon development and result in an unduly prominent visual feature in a sensitive rural landscape due to its elevated position and required excavation.
- The applicant did not sufficiently establish a genuine rural housing need as required for areas designated as being under 'Strong Urban Influence'.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HG-04 (Vol. 1)Standard 4.1 (Vol. 2)Objective LP-01 (Vol. 1)Section 2.3.1 (Vol. 2)
Decision Document Summary
Ivan Lavelle applied for permission to construct a dwelling, garage, and effluent treatment system at Corratowick, Westport. The site is situated in a rural area under 'Strong Urban Influence' and is characterized by an elevated topography. Mayo County Council refused the application on four main grounds: the lack of a demonstrated safe access (which was dependent on a separate undecided application), the exacerbation of ribbon development, the negative visual impact on the landscape, and the fa...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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