Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its detrimental impact on the visual amenity of a designated Heritage Landscape and Scenic Route, significant traffic safety concerns at the junction with the N67, and the presence of existing unauthorised development on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed 277sq.m shed would form a prominent and intrusive feature in a designated Heritage Landscape and adjacent to a Scenic Route (N67), failing to integrate into the landscape and contravening visual amenity objectives.
- The development would lead to an intensification of traffic at a junction with the N67 where sightlines are restricted and a high speed limit applies, thereby endangering public safety by reason of traffic hazard.
- The proposal would compound existing unauthorised development on the site, specifically the presence of shipping containers and abandoned vehicles which do not have the benefit of planning permission.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CDP 3.15CDP 13.7CDP 8.4
Decision Document Summary
John and Kate McInerney sought permission to construct a 277sq.m storage shed for a construction business at Dough, Spanish Point, Co. Clare. The site is located in a rural area designated as a Heritage Landscape and is adjacent to the N67, a designated Scenic Route. Clare County Council refused the application because the large-scale structure would negatively impact the visual character of the open landscape, the access onto the N67 posed a significant traffic hazard due to restricted sightlin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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