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development at The Book Centre, 25 Barronstrand Street, Waterford, X91 XF8F (a Protected Structure). This work will consist of the erection of an open grille type roller security shutter to the recessed entrance of the premises. Shutter is to be for night time securing of the open porch and the shutter box will be incorporated into existing modern shopfront along with ancillary siteworks.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal lacks a robust justification and a required Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment (AHIA), posing a potential negative visual impact on a Protected Structure and the character of the Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide a robust justification for the installation of external roller shutters beyond a general statement regarding night-time security of the open porch.
  • The proposed works are considered potentially contrary to built heritage policies (BH05, BH11, BH12, BH15) as they may negatively impact the special character and visual amenity of the Protected Structure and the surrounding Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The application lacks a required Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment (AHIA) and fails to meet development management standards which specify that roller shuttering should be located behind the line of glazing.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BH05BH11BH12BH15Section 10

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the installation of an open grille type roller security shutter at The Book Centre, 25 Barronstrand Street, Waterford. The subject building is a Protected Structure located within both an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and a General Conservation Area in Waterford City Centre. The Planning Authority raised serious concerns regarding the lack of a robust justification for the development and the absence of an Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment. The ...
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