Core Refusal Reason
The proposal would materially contravene a condition of a previous planning permission regarding restricted opening hours and would negatively impact the amenity of the area, contrary to the Draft Castlebar Town and Environs Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension of opening hours would materially contravene Condition 5 of the existing planning permission (ABP Ref: 307948-20) which specifically restricted operating times in the interest of orderly development.
- The development is considered to be inconsistent with the policies and objectives of the Draft Castlebar Town and Environs Development Plan 2023-2029 regarding the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The extended hours would negatively impact the local amenity of the Ellison Street area and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the town.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 Vol 1 Written StatementMayo County Development Plan 2022-2028 Vol 2 Development Mgt StandardsDraft Castlebar Town and Environs Development Plan 2023-2029
Decision Document Summary
Paul Heverin sought planning permission to extend the operating hours of a licensed betting office located on Ellison Street, Castlebar, Co. Mayo. The proposal intended to extend closing times from 18:30 to 21:30 Monday through Saturday and provide additional evening hours on Sundays. Mayo County Council refused the application primarily because it would materially contravene a specific condition attached to the original grant of permission (Ref 307948-20). The planning authority concluded that ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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