22/5727
Retention permission for alterations to the permitted western and southern estate boundary walls at Knocknagarrane, Old Chapel, Bandon. The proposed development comprises the construction of 1.2-2.0 metre high masonry and rendered estate boundary wall with capped piers along the western and southern boundary of "The Cotton Mills " residential development which is currently under construction. The proposed development is a change of plan from that permitted under Cork County Council planning reference number 17/7383 and an Bord Pleanála reference 302525-18 (as subsequently amended under Cork County Council planning references 20/4786 and 21/4027)
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed render and capping finish on the boundary walls is out of character with the historic identity of Old Chapel and visually obtrusive compared to the permitted natural stone finish.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The use of render and capping instead of natural stone is inconsistent with the historic character and identity of Old Chapel.
- The development fails to maintain the separate identity of the settlement from Bandon town as required by the Development Plan.
- The finish is visually obtrusive and seriously injures the visual amenities of the area, particularly given the proximity to the Castlebernard Architectural Conservation Area.