Core Refusal Reason
Adverse impact on the character and appearance of the streetscape due to significant alterations to the historic roof profile and the removal of original heritage features.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed alterations to the roof profile would result in the loss of original historic features that contribute positively to the character of the Summerhill Road and Martello Avenue streetscapes.
- The development would seriously detract from the existing visual amenities of the area and would likely depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.
- The proposal is contrary to Policy AR5 (Buildings of Heritage Interest) of the Dún Laoghaire Rathdown County Development Plan 2016-2022 and fails to meet the requirements for proper planning and sustainable development.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy AR5Section 6.1.3.5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the demolition and alteration of the upper portion of Mount Verona House, a property situated at 6 Summerhill Road, Dun Laoghaire, which also features a prominent frontage onto Martello Avenue. The planning authority refused the application on the grounds that the significant modifications to the roof profile would strip the building of its original historic character. It was concluded that such changes would negatively impact the visual amenity of the surround...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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