Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the unacceptable demolition of a heritage building (the old cinema), poor architectural integration with the village streetscape, and significant traffic safety concerns regarding the proposed access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the old cinema building and the design of the proposed units contravene local objectives (BD-GO-2 and BD-GO-3) intended to preserve the architectural heritage, culture, and urban character of Ballyduff village.
- The development is considered a visually incongruous feature that fails to integrate with the surrounding built environment and would set an undesirable precedent for similar substandard developments in the vicinity.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the traffic movements generated would not interfere with the safety and free-flow of pedestrians and traffic on the R551 and L6250, thereby endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective BD – GO -2Objective BD – GO -3Objective BD – GO -12Listowel Municipal Local Area Plan 2020-2026Kerry County Council Development Plan Policy 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This application by AB Teague Enterprises Limited proposed the demolition of an old cinema/store at Lacka East, Ballyduff, Co. Kerry, to be replaced by four terraced dwellings. While the site is a brownfield location zoned for 'Built Up Area' use, the Planning Authority determined that the proposal failed to respect the village's heritage by demolishing a landmark building without attempting renovation. Furthermore, the design was deemed visually intrusive and the technical layout for road acces...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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