Core Refusal Reason
The proposal fails to maintain the required 300m buffer from the settlement boundary of Grangebellew and the architectural design is considered inappropriate for its rural context.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located approximately 140 metres from the settlement limit of Grangebellew, which directly contravenes Policy SS54 requiring a minimum 300-metre clear break to prevent the merging of settlements.
- The cumulative visual impact of the development in association with existing dwellings would result in further encroachment into the rural landscape and detract from the visual amenities of the area, contrary to Policy SS25.
- The shape, form, and detailing of the proposed dwelling, specifically the roof shape and large front return, fail to respect the rural character of the surroundings and conflict with the design guidance set out in Section 2.20.4.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy SS54Policy SS25Policy SS66Section 2.20.4Policy SS19Policy SS26Policy SS51Policy SS52Policy SS53Policy SS59Policy SS60Policy SS63Policy SS64Policy SS65Policy RD 29Policy RD 30Section 2.19.1Section 2.19.12Section 2.19.5Section 2.19.7Table 2.9
Decision Document Summary
Katherine Lavery applied for planning permission to construct a dwelling house, domestic garage, and wastewater treatment system at Glebe, Grangebellew, Co. Louth. The site is located within Development Zone 5, which is designated to protect agricultural and rural communities. Louth County Council refused the application on three main grounds: the site's proximity to the Grangebellew settlement boundary (140m vs the required 300m buffer), the negative cumulative visual impact on the rural landsc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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