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THE DEVELOPMENT WILL CONSIST OF THE REFURBISHMENT OF THE EXISTING PUBLIC HOUSE AND RESIDENTIAL BUILDING INTO A PROPOSED NEW RESIDENTIAL PROPERTY, COMPRISING OF THE PARTIAL DEMOLITION OF THE EXISTING BUILDING AND THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW TWO STOREY FAMILY HOME WHICH INCLUDES ALTERATIONS TO EXISTING ROOF, PROPOSED NEW PITCHED AND FLAT ROOFS TO THE REAR, REMOVAL OF GLASS TO THE FIRST FLOOR WINDOWS TO THE FAÇADE AND ALL ASSOCIATED SITE WORKS, DRAINAGE, AND ALL SERVICE CONNECTIONS.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inappropriate architectural design that is out of character with the traditional streetscape and the failure to provide a required archaeological assessment for a site located within a recorded historic monument area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed design and roof interventions are considered out of character with the traditional streetscape of Spencer Street and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
  • The site is located within a recorded monument area (MA078-003 Historic Town), and the absence of a site-specific archaeological assessment precludes the Planning Authority from granting permission.
  • The development would seriously injure the amenities and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity, making it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Draft Castlebar Town & Environs Local Area Plan 2023-2029Vol 1 Written StatementVol 2 Development Mgt Standards

Decision Document Summary

This planning application proposed the refurbishment and partial demolition of an existing public house and residential building at 36 Spencer Street, Castlebar, to facilitate the construction of a new two-storey family home. Although the site is located within a zoned Town Centre area, Mayo County Council refused permission on two primary grounds. Firstly, the architectural treatment and roof alterations were deemed incompatible with the established character of the streetscape. Secondly, the a...
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