Core Planning Reasoning
The development to be retained is considered acceptable in principle, does not materially contravene the zoning objectives of the Tipperary County Development Plan 2022-2028, and would not negatively impact the visual or residential amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The 2.4m high mesh fencing and 6.4m wide gates are acceptable in principle considering the site's existing authorized use for heavy goods vehicle storage.
- The proposed boundary treatment is not considered to be overbearing or incongruous with the character of the cul-de-sac lane.
- Issues regarding alleged unauthorized use of the site as a bus depot are enforcement matters for the local authority and fall outside the Board's remit for this appeal.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Tipperary County Development Plan 2022-2028Policy 11-16
Decision Document Summary
This application seeks retention permission for 2.4m high 'Resista' mesh fencing and 6.4m wide double gates at a site in Ballyknock, Cashel, Co. Tipperary. The site contains an existing yard and a large shed previously authorized for HGV and equipment storage. A third-party appeal was lodged citing concerns over an unauthorized transport business operating from the site, noise from generators, and negative visual impacts on the landscape. The Inspector determined that the fencing is visually acc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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