Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would negatively impact the architectural heritage and visual character of the Cahersiveen Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) where there is a specific objective to preserve the town's architectural heritage.
- The proposed telecommunications infrastructure would be highly visible and would detract from the character and pattern of the existing built fabric and streetscape.
- The development would materially contravene Objective KENMD-CH-21 of the Local Area Plan and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective CH-ACA-04Section 3.2.1.7.3Objective KENMD-CH-21
Decision Document Summary
Eircom Ltd sought permission to install telecommunications equipment, including a shrouded antenna on a chimney and a microwave dish, at The Harp Bar, 10 Main Street, Cahirciveen. The site is situated within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) in the town centre. The application was refused because the proposed structures would be visually prominent and would fail to respect the architectural heritage of the streetscape, thereby contravening specific conservation objectives of the...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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