Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 15m monopole was refused due to its detrimental impact on the architectural heritage, archaeological setting, and residential amenities of Kinsale.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The scale and utilitarian nature of the structure would materially harm the character and setting of the Architectural Conservation Area and adjacent protected structures.
- The development would seriously injure residential amenities and depreciate property values due to its height and close proximity to established residential dwellings.
- The proposal would contravene policy objectives intended to protect Kinsale's historic town defences and recorded archaeological monuments of historical and cultural value.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HE 16-14HE 16-18HE 16-2HE 16-4HE 16-7
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a 15m telecommunications monopole at the Eir Exchange in Kinsale, located within a High Value Landscape and an Architectural Conservation Area. The Planning Authority refused the application because the structure's height and industrial design were deemed visually obtrusive and incompatible with the historic character of the town and the setting of nearby protected structures. Furthermore, the development was found to negatively impact the residential amenity o...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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