Core Refusal Reason
The development creates a traffic hazard and negatively impacts the architectural integrity of the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development endangers public safety by creating a traffic hazard and obstructing road users, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
- The removal of the stone plinth wall and wrought-iron railings materially contravenes specific conservation objectives and policies of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The works adversely affect the character of the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area and are contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the locality.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective HCAO24Policy HCAP14
Decision Document Summary
This application sought retention permission for the removal of a front stone plinth wall, wrought-iron railings, and a pedestrian entrance at 20 Abbey Street, Howth, to facilitate vehicular access. Located within the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area, the proposal was deemed unacceptable by the local authority. The refusal is based on the creation of a traffic hazard and the material contravention of development plan policies (HCAO24 and HCAP14) designed to protect historic st...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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