Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority initially refused permission on the grounds that the proposed totem sign would be visually obtrusive within an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and would materially contravene a condition of the parent permission (ABP-313836-22) which restricted signage to solid steel lettering on the building facade.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The revised 'amended appeal scheme' utilizing a monochrome/stainless steel palette and reduced height (2.92m) is sensitively designed and harmonises with the character of the Architectural Conservation Area and adjacent Protected Structures.
- The proposal does not materially contravene Condition No. 4 of the parent permission (ABP-313836-22) because the wording of that condition explicitly allows for additional signage if authorized by a further grant of planning permission.
- The proposed development is acceptable under the 'TC - Town and District Centre' zoning and would not seriously injure the visual amenities of the area or the setting of heritage assets, subject to a condition restricting illumination hours.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
This report assesses an appeal by Aldi Stores Ireland (Limited) against the refusal of permission for a totem sign at a new supermarket site on Turvey Avenue, Donabate. The site is contextually sensitive, situated within the Newbridge House Demesne and The Square ACA and near multiple Protected Structures, including Glebe House and St. Patrick's Church. The Planning Authority refused the sign as incongruous and a breach of a prior condition. During the appeal process, the applicant introduced an...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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