Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 30m telecommunications tower would be an unduly prominent and incongruous feature that adversely impacts the visual amenity and scenic character of a sensitive landscape along a designated scenic route overlooking Lough Mask.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 30m lattice structure would interfere with protected views and prospects along a designated scenic route, specifically those overlooking Lough Mask.
- The development fails to respect the character and sensitivity of the landscape, resulting in a disproportionate visual effect on the existing rural character.
- The structure would constitute an unduly prominent and incongruous feature in a visually sensitive area, leading to the erosion of the local visual amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective VP-01Objective LP-01Policy 3A landscape setting
Decision Document Summary
Vantage Towers Limited sought permission for a 30-meter lattice telecommunications structure and associated equipment at Gortfree, Tourmakeady, Co. Mayo. The site is located in an elevated rural area within a Policy 3A landscape setting and along a designated scenic route offering views of Lough Mask. Despite the applicant's technical justification for the site selection to improve coverage, the planning authority refused permission. The refusal was based on the tower's significant negative visu...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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