Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate a functional need for additional office space given existing on-site vacancies and was deemed visually incompatible with the traditional town core streetscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to justify the need for new office floor space when existing vacant retail and commercial units within the same landholding could be reused, contrary to policy CPO 8.16.
- The proposed single-storey design, specifically the roof profile and materials, would negatively impact the character and traditional streetscape of the Longford Town Core.
- The application did not sufficiently address the previous refusal reasons issued by An Bord Pleanála regarding sub-standard development and undesirable precedents.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 8.16CPO 8.69CPO 8.5Chapter 8Chapter 16
Decision Document Summary
Double Visas Investments Limited sought permission for a 49sq.m single-storey office extension at Bridge Street, Longford, on lands zoned 'Town Core'. The site currently contains a prefabricated cabin and is adjacent to a multi-storey building. Longford County Council refused the application because the applicant did not demonstrate a necessity for additional office space while existing units on the landholding remain vacant. Furthermore, the proposed design was considered visually incompatible ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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