Core Refusal Reason
The retention of metal shutter screens was refused as they are visually obtrusive and detrimental to the character of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The metal shutters are considered visually obtrusive and out of character with the existing dwelling and the wider streetscape.
- The development negatively impacts the integrity and character of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate developments in a sensitive heritage context.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective EH O18Policy DM 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for metal shutter screens on the side and rear elevations of a dwelling at Lower Main Street, Rathkeale. The site is located within an Architectural Conservation Area, which led to referrals to the Conservation Officer and the Department of Housing, Local Government and Heritage. The planning authority refused the application because the shutters' design and materials are incompatible with the historic character of the area, causing visual injury to the ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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