3717/23

RETENTION: For i) 4 no. Flagpoles on the West elevation to Aungier Street, ii) 3 no. Advertising canopies: 1 located on the West Elevation to Aungier Street and 2 located on the North elevation to Longford Street Little, iii) 3 no. wall mounted advertising signs on the North Elevation to Longford Street Little, iv) 3 no. wall mounted benches on the North Elevation to Longford Street Little.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development constitutes visual clutter in a Conservation Area and creates a pedestrian safety hazard on a narrow footpath.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The flagpoles and advertising features are visually obtrusive and contribute to clutter in a sensitive Conservation Area.
  • The proposed benches pose a hazard to pedestrian safety due to the restricted width of the footpath on Longford Street Little.
  • The development contravenes the 2022-2028 Dublin City Development Plan and Shopfront Design Guide, setting an undesirable precedent.

Cited Policies (CDP)

2022-2028 Dublin City Development Plan

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought retention for flagpoles, advertising canopies, wall-mounted signs, and benches at the Thomas Moore Inn, Dublin 2. The planning authority refused permission on the grounds that the signage and flagpoles negatively impact the visual amenities of the Conservation Area. Furthermore, the benches were considered a hazard to pedestrians on the narrow footpath of Longford Street Little, making the development contrary to the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 and proper planning ...
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