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The development will consist of the proposed works to front façade (south east elevation), comprising of: 1. Installation of 1 no. new ATM, along with alterations to existing window ope. 2. Removal of section of existing stonework plinth. 3. Minor internal alterations, together with all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would negatively impact the architectural integrity and historic fabric of a protected structure, failing to meet required conservation standards and contravening local planning objectives.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The installation of the new ATM would significantly alter the fenestration and involve the removal of a substantive part of the historic fabric of the front facade of a protected structure.
  • The proposal is contrary to Ministerial Guidelines No. 9 (Architectural Heritage Protection) as it fails to prioritize facade retention and high-standard conservation interventions.
  • The development would materially contravene Objective BEO4 of the Draft Castlebar Town & Environs Local Area Plan 2023-2029, which requires alterations to protected structures to be executed to a high conservation standard by an accredited architect.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Draft Castlebar Town & Environs Local Area Plan 2023-2029Objective BEO4Ministerial Guidelines No. 9 Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines

Decision Document Summary

Bank of Ireland (BOI) applied for permission to install a new ATM and modify the front facade of their premises on Ellison Street, Castlebar, a building designated as a protected structure. Mayo County Council refused the application on the grounds that the works would negatively impact the building's architectural character and result in the loss of significant historic fabric. The planning authority determined that the proposal failed to meet the conservation standards set out in national heri...
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