Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would have an adverse impact on the character and setting of a protected structure (RPS: B66) through the removal of original boundary features and the conversion of the front garden to parking, without sufficient justification for the loss of public on-street parking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The removal of the existing plinth and railings to facilitate vehicular access would negatively impact the architectural character and setting of the protected structure and the wider streetscape.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate justification for the necessity of off-street front parking, particularly given the availability of existing parking to the rear and the resulting loss of a public on-street parking space.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that erode the residential amenity and heritage value of the terrace, which is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 6.21CPO 8.13CPO 8.14CPO 8.15CPO 8.16CPO 8.17Appendix 1
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought planning permission for a new vehicular access and car parking area within the front garden of No. 3 Old Brighton Terrace, Parnell Road, Bray, which is a protected structure (RPS: B66). While the principle of residential improvement is generally supported under the 'Existing Residential' zoning, the local authority refused the application due to the adverse impact on the heritage character of the period terrace. Specifically, the removal of boundary treatments and the convers...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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