Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 18-metre monopole was refused due to its detrimental visual impact on the Chapel Architectural Conservation Area, nearby Protected Structures, and the residential amenities of the surrounding area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The height and proximity of the structure to established residential properties would result in significant visual intrusion and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity.
- The scale and utilitarian nature of the monopole are incompatible with the historic character of the Chapel Architectural Conservation Area and adjacent Protected Structures, including the Old Market House and Saint Finbarr's Catholic Church.
- The development materially contravenes Cork County Development Plan 2014 objectives intended to protect built heritage and enhance the special character of Architectural Conservation Areas.
Cited Policies (CDP)
HE 4-1HE 4-5
Decision Document Summary
This planning application proposed the erection of an 18-metre high monopole telecommunications support structure at the eir Exchange on Market Street, Bantry. The site is situated in a sensitive context at the edge of the Chapel Architectural Conservation Area and within 10 metres of a Protected Structure. The local authority refused the proposal on the grounds that its scale and industrial appearance would be visually discordant within the historic townscape and would seriously injure the resi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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