Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the unjustified loss of a vernacular building, poor design quality, non-compliance with the Swords Masterplan, inadequate residential amenity, and technical deficiencies regarding parking, open space, and environmental impact.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing vernacular cottage at 46 Main Street lacks sufficient justification and the replacement design fails to maintain the character of the Swords Town Centre.
- The development represents an ad hoc approach that compromises the future potential of adjoining sites and fails to meet the mixed-use and design objectives of the Swords Masterplan 2009.
- Technical and environmental shortcomings, including deficient open space, lack of parking, and potential impacts on Natura 2000 sites, render the proposal contrary to proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CH33CH34CH37CH38Objective Swords 4Objective DMS86Objective DMS57Table 12.8
Decision Document Summary
The application sought the demolition of a single-storey cottage at 46 Main Street and redevelopment at 46 & 48 Main Street, Swords. The Planning Authority refused permission on multiple grounds, primarily citing the loss of a significant vernacular building and the failure of the replacement design to enhance the streetscape. Furthermore, the proposal was deemed to conflict with the Swords Masterplan 2009 by providing a single-use residential block that compromises adjoining sites, while also f...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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