Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its significant negative visual impact on a highly sensitive landscape (Baltinglass Hills Area of High Amenity) and protected prospects, exacerbated by an inappropriate urban-style design that fails to integrate with the rural character of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is situated on an elevated and exposed site within the Baltinglass Hills Area of High Amenity, where it would seriously interfere with the rural character and visual amenity of the landscape.
- The development would negatively impact protected views from Prospects 46 and 50, and the failure to submit a Visual Impact Assessment meant the potential impacts were not adequately addressed.
- The urban-style design, characterized by a boxy form, stone finish, and varying roof heights, does not accord with the Single Rural Houses Design Guidelines (Appendix 2) and is considered incongruous with the established pattern of development in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3.5Section 4.4HD3HD23Section 9.1Section 9.2Objective W17Appendix 2Prospect 46Prospect 50
Decision Document Summary
Emma Byren and Dermot Daly applied for permission to construct a 240sqm split-level dwelling, garage, and associated services on a 0.3ha agricultural site at Spynans, Kiltegan. While the applicants met the social and economic need criteria under Policy HD23, the Planning Authority refused the application. The decision was based on the site's prominent location within the Baltinglass Hills Area of High Amenity and its visibility from protected prospects. The authority concluded that the proposed ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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