Core Refusal Reason
The proposed telecommunications infrastructure would be unduly dominant and cause significant negative visual impact on a highly sensitive coastal landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proliferation of telecommunication infrastructure is considered unduly dominant given the building's height and prominent location on the approach to Howth village.
- The proposal would result in a significant negative visual impact on a highly sensitive coastal landscape of exceptional value, failing to meet high-quality design standards.
- The placement of structures across various rooftop locations is detrimental to the visual amenities of the area and contrary to the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective IUO53Objective DMSO224Objective GINHO58Objective GINH059
Decision Document Summary
Independent Site Management Limited sought permission for telecommunications infrastructure at Block A2, Claremont, Howth Road, a prominent site on the approach to Howth village. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the proposed rooftop structures would be visually intrusive and dominant within a sensitive coastal landscape. The decision noted that the development failed to comply with Fingal Development Plan objectives requiring high-quality design for masts and anten...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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