Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to the excessive scale and inappropriate design of both the domestic extension and the agricultural shed, which failed to integrate with the existing dwelling and the sensitive coastal landscape, thereby contravening specific rural design standards and objectives of the Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The domestic extension is of excessive scale and inappropriate design, failing to integrate with the character of the original dwelling and the elevated, visually sensitive coastal landscape visible from a scenic route.
- The proposed 123sq.m agricultural shed lacks sufficient justification regarding agricultural activity on-site and its scale is considered incongruous with the residential nature of the property.
- The overall development contravenes Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 policies (BEO 15, DM 2.7, DM 2.8) and would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective BEO 15DM Standard 2.7 Rural ExtensionDM Standard 2.8 Rural Garages/ShedsObjective LP-01Mayo Rural House Design Guide Section 3.1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for alterations and a rear extension to an existing dwelling, the construction of a 123sq.m agricultural shed, and wastewater system upgrades at Derrynameel, Belmullet. The site is located in a visually sensitive coastal area near a scenic route. Mayo County Council refused permission primarily because the extension's scale and design were deemed unsympathetic to the original cottage and the landscape. Additionally, the applicant failed to provide adequate evid...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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