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The construction of a new 15 metre high shrouded pole (16 metre overall height to top of lightning finials) together with antennas, dish, associated telecommunications equipment and ground level equipment cabinets. The proposal includes the removal of an existing 10 metre high wooden support pole carrying telecommunications equipment (13m overall height).
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed 15m monopole is visually obtrusive and would negatively impact the historic character, vistas, and residential amenities of Portlaw's historic core.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The structure's height and location within a residentially zoned area in the historic core of Portlaw would be visually obtrusive and detrimental to the character of the planned town.
- There was insufficient evidence that alternative site locations or co-location opportunities outside the historic core were adequately explored as a last resort in line with national guidance.
- The proposal contravenes built heritage policies and would negatively impact the vistas and settings of the Architectural Conservation Area and the amenities of neighboring properties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective UTL 16Policy 6.7Policy BH05Chapter 11Objective AH5
Decision Document Summary
Eir (Eircom Limited) sought permission to replace a 10m wooden pole with a 15m shrouded telecommunications monopole at the Eir Exchange on Main Street, Portlaw. The site is located within the historic core of the 19th-century planned village and is zoned for residential use. The application was refused because the proposed mast was deemed visually obtrusive, harmful to the character and vistas of the Architectural Conservation Area, and because the applicant failed to demonstrate that alternativ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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