2260991

for a dwelling house, garage/shed and private wastewater treatment system with all associated works and ancillary services.Gross floor space of proposed works in 193.50sqm.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development fails to effectively assimilate into a sensitive Class 3 coastal landscape, detracting from the visual amenity and character of a designated Maritime Scenic Route.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The subject site is located within a Class 3 Landscape with 'special' sensitivity and high sensitivity to change, situated along a designated Maritime Scenic Route.
  • The proposed dwelling, even following design revisions that increased its footprint, fails to effectively assimilate into the open and exposed coastal setting, resulting in an obstructive form of development.
  • Granting permission would materially contravene Policy Objectives LCM1, LCM2, and LCM3, as well as DM Standards 8 and 46, setting an undesirable precedent that would detract from the area's visual amenity and rural character.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NNR 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective WS 4Policy Objective WS 5Policy Objective WS 7Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 8Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective WM 2Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective RH 4DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63

Decision Document Summary

Mary Burke sought permission for a single-storey dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Aughrus More, Claddaghduff, on a greenfield site within a Class 3 landscape of special sensitivity. While the applicant successfully substantiated a rural housing need and addressed technical requirements regarding sightlines and water supply through a Further Information response, the Planning Authority remained concerned about the visual impact. The application was refused because the proposed...
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