Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would have an undue negative visual impact on the character and setting of a Protected Structure, contravening specific heritage protection objectives of the County Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed canopy, by virtue of its scale, 10.553m protrusion, and contemporary design, would dominate and overpower the simple classical lines and integral gable-ended projections of the Protected Structure's front facade.
- The development is considered incompatible with the special character of the building and fails to provide a strong enough rationale to justify the negative visual impact on the classically symmetrical facade.
- The proposal directly contravenes Objectives KCDP 8-40 and 8-42 of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seek to protect the essential character and setting of structures listed on the Record of Protected Structures.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Volume 1, Section 8.4.2Volume 6, Section 1.6.3KCDP 8-40KCDP 8-41KCDP 8-42KCDP 8-43M1 Zoning
Decision Document Summary
Baile Mhuire Ltd sought planning permission to construct an independent colonnade and canopy structure at the front of the St. Johns Laundry building, a Protected Structure located within the former Balloonagh Convent site in Tralee. While the applicant argued the works were necessary to improve the user experience, the Planning Authority refused permission based on the recommendation of the Architectural Conservation Officer. The refusal was grounded in the belief that the scale and contemporar...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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