Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would negatively impact the unique industrial and marine character of the West Pier streetscape and fail to respect the area's historic and architectural significance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The lowering of the boundary wall would be detrimental to the distinctive streetscape character of the West Pier.
- The development would significantly detract from the established industrial and marine-related identity of the location.
- The proposal is contrary to Objective Howth 1 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023, which protects the area's historic and architectural character.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective Howth 1
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission to lower the existing front boundary wall at a property located on the West Pier in Howth, Co. Dublin. The Planning Authority refused the development on the grounds that it would undermine the specific industrial and maritime character of the streetscape. It was determined that the changes would be visually injurious to the area and fail to comply with Objective Howth 1 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023, which mandates the preservation of the locality's ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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