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Retention of: 1.the change of use of a rear yard area to a beer garden with seating area, 2.alterations to original bar area, 3.bandstand area 4.and associated site development works. Permission for the installation of additional sound proofing materials to the existing beer garden area and associated site development works. The building is a protected structure within the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 Ref. D003.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to its significant adverse impact on residential amenity through noise and nuisance, and its detrimental effect on the architectural integrity and character of a Protected Structure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The beer garden and associated live music/television use generate unacceptable noise levels that seriously injure the residential amenities of neighboring properties in a predominantly residential area.
  • The proposed soundproofing measures and physical alterations are considered inappropriate for a Protected Structure, as they compromise its original fabric, architectural character, and visual relationship with its curtilage.
  • The application failed to provide essential documentation, specifically an Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment, which is required under Policy BHC 23 to enable a full assessment of the impact on the historic building.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BHC 20BHC 21BHC 22BHC 23BHC 24BHC 26BHC 28BHC 31NGB 6

Decision Document Summary

This application sought retention for the conversion of a rear yard into a beer garden with a bandstand and alterations to 'The Big House' public house at 27 Anne Street, Dundalk, which is a Protected Structure located within an Architectural Conservation Area. Louth County Council refused the proposal primarily because the intensification of use and late-night noise from patrons and music would cause significant disturbance to nearby residents. Additionally, the planning authority determined th...
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