Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended a grant of permission, concluding that the development is consistent with the 'Town Centres/Neighbourhood Centres' zoning objective (ZU 18-17), would not seriously injure the residential amenities of nearby properties subject to noise mitigation conditions, and would not adversely affect the character of the Mallow Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is compatible with the land use zoning objective which promotes town center development and mixed-use commercial/residential environments.
- The proposed mitigation measures, including the relocation of the kitchen extract fan and installation of attenuators, are sufficient to bring noise levels within acceptable limits for neighboring residents.
- Given the location and partial screening from the existing drive-thru, the roof plant does not significantly impact the visual character of the Architectural Conservation Area or the streetscape.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Cork County Development Plan 2022-2028Objective ZU 18-17: Town Centres/Neighbourhood CentresSpecific Development Objective MW-T-01Mallow Architectural Conservation Area (ACA)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention of roof-level plant and permission for a screen at a McDonald's restaurant in Mallow town center. The site is a mid-terraced 3-storey building within an Architectural Conservation Area, situated close to residential dwellings at Deal Yard Mews. The primary planning issue was the impact of noise and odor on these residents. Following requests for Further Information (FI) and Clarification of Further Information (CFI), the applicant proposed replacing the most signi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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