Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is visually intrusive and incongruous within the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area, failing to respect the building line or enhance the character of the existing structure and its surroundings.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and siting forward of the front building line would create an incongruous and intrusive feature that fails to complement the existing building or the streetscape.
- The development does not enhance the character of the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area and would negatively impact the visual amenities of the area.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments and contravene Objective DMS157 of the Fingal Development Plan 2017-2023.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective DMS157
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for works at O'Connell's Bar and Lounge on East Pier, Howth, a visually prominent location within an Architectural Conservation Area. The proposal was refused by Fingal County Council as the design and its position forward of the building line were considered intrusive and out of character with the historic streetscape. The planning authority determined that the development failed to meet the standards of Objective DMS157, would harm the visual amenity of the a...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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