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The development will consist of the construction of telecommunications infrastructure comprised of; an 18 metre monopole (19.5m overall height to top of lightning finials), antennas, dishes and associated equipment, together with new ground level equipment cabinets, new fencing, landscaping and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed 19.5-metre telecommunications mast was refused due to its visual obtrusiveness within a residential streetscape, its negative impact on the adjacent Architectural Conservation Area, and its detrimental effect on the residential amenities of nearby dwellings.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The structure is considered visually obtrusive and out of character with the established residential area and the adjacent Convent Cross Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The proximity of the mast to existing dwellings (approximately 5.3 metres) would seriously injure residential amenities and depreciate the value of properties in the vicinity.
  • The proposal materially contravenes specific objectives of the Kerry County Development Plan and Listowel Town Development Plan regarding the protection of architectural heritage and the mitigation of adverse impacts on communities.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective LIS 66Objective KCDP 14-80Chapter 14: ConnectivitySection 14.9KCDP 14-71KCDP 14-73KCDP 14-79Vol 6 Section 1.14Section 3.9.2.2

Decision Document Summary

Towercom Limited proposed the construction of an 18-metre monopole telecommunications mast (19.5m overall height) at the Eir Exchange site in Listowel, Co. Kerry. The site is situated at a prominent corner junction within a residential area, adjacent to the Convent Cross Architectural Conservation Area and a Protected Structure. Kerry County Council refused permission because the mast would be an unduly obtrusive feature that fails to integrate into the urban landscape, thereby injuring the visu...
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