Core Refusal Reason
The proposed design, scale, and massing are considered unduly dominant and incompatible with the character of the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development's scale and massing would create an unduly dominant structure that is inconsistent with the established streetscape and character of the area.
- The proposal fails to comply with Fingal Development Plan policies requiring sensitive design and compatibility with the special character of Architectural Conservation Areas.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent that would cumulatively erode the distinctive architectural heritage and visual amenity of the historic core.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy HCAP15Objective HCAO24
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the removal of rear roof pitches and the addition of a second floor at 30 Main Street, Howth, a site situated within the Howth Historic Core Architectural Conservation Area. The local authority refused the application on the grounds that the resulting structure would be excessively dominant and visually detrimental to the historic streetscape. The decision emphasized that the development failed to meet the conservation standards of the Fingal Development Plan 2023-2029 and wo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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