Core Refusal Reason
The proposed advertising board on a prominent gable wall contravenes planning policy regarding visual amenity and property value.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would contravene planning policy set out in Paragraph 11.196 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028.
- The prominent location on an exposed gable wall would detract from the visual amenity of the area.
- The proposal would seriously injure local amenities, depreciate property values, and fail to meet proper planning and sustainable development standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Paragraph 11.196 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The Southern Star HTW Ltd sought permission to erect an advertising board on the gable end of the Southern Star Pub at 9 Southern Road, Cork. Cork City Council refused the application because the prominent placement on an exposed gable wall was deemed to contravene Paragraph 11.196 of the Cork City Development Plan 2022-2028. The planning authority concluded that the signage would negatively impact the visual amenity of the area and depreciate surrounding property values....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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