Core Refusal Reason
The development fails to protect the character, setting, and architectural integrity of the protected structure and detracts from the visual amenities of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and chosen materials, specifically timber panelling and perspex plastic, do not take account of the protected structure and interrupt the visual rhythm of the Victorian terrace.
- The layout of the two separate enclosures and seating areas is considered haphazard and presents a poor visual impression that detracts from the architectural integrity of the building.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable future precedent for similar inappropriate developments that are contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective AH1 of the Bray Municipal District Local Area Plan 2018CPO 8.13CPO 8.14CPO 8.15CPO 8.16CPO 8.17
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a boundary fencing enclosure and a fixed covered canopy structure to the front of a ground-floor cafe unit at 5A Goldsmith Terrace, Bray, a protected structure. While the planning authority acknowledged that outdoor seating is acceptable in principle for this town centre location, the application was refused due to the inappropriate design and materials used. The inspector concluded that the timber and perspex structures fail to respect the character...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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