Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority initially refused permission as the external telecommunications dishes were considered visually discordant features that adversely affected the character and appearance of a Protected Structure; however, the Inspector recommended a grant of permission on the condition that these external dishes be removed.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The external microwave dishes and their supports are visually obtrusive and detrimental to the special character and appearance of St. Patrick’s Church, a Protected Structure.
- Internal installations within the bell tower (antennae and radio equipment) are not visible from the public domain or church interior and do not negatively impact the building's heritage value.
- The removal of the external elements, as proposed in the revised appeal submission, successfully overcomes the primary planning objections and ensures the development is compatible with conservation policies.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HER8Section 12.11.2.3Section 12.9.8Section 10.6 (Policy Objective EI20)Section 11.4.1.2Section 12.3.2.1Section 12.11.2Section 12.11.2.1
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for telecommunications infrastructure at St. Patrick's Church, Dalkey, which is a Protected Structure. The infrastructure comprised internal antennae and radio equipment within the bell tower, alongside external microwave dishes on the tower roof. Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Council refused the application, citing a negative visual impact on the church's character and non-compliance with Policy HER8. During the first-party appeal, the applicant submi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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