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Retention permission for canopy covered seating areas, live music performance stage and all associated services and site works to the rear of The Century Bar. The proposed works are within the curtilage of a Protected Structure, Ref. No. D275 (NIAH Reg. Ref. No. 13705020)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to its substandard design and negative impact on the character of a Protected Structure and Architectural Conservation Area, as well as its detrimental effect on the residential amenities of neighboring properties through noise and proximity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The design, construction, and materials of the retention development are considered substandard and unsympathetic to the character of the Protected Structure (D275) and the Roden Place Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The development contravenes specific heritage policies (BHC 22 and BHC 31) of the Louth County Development Plan 2021-2027 regarding the protection of historic environments.
  • The operation of the outdoor bar and music stage would seriously injure the residential amenities of nearby dwellings and permitted apartments due to noise, hours of operation, and inadequate screening.

Cited Policies (CDP)

NGB 6EE79IU19BHC 20BHC 21BHC 22BHC 23BHC 24BHC 25BHC 26BHC 27BHC 28BHC 31BHC 32

Decision Document Summary

Vetrago Ltd sought retention permission for a canopy-covered outdoor seating area and live music stage at the rear of The Century Bar, 19 Roden Place, Dundalk. The site is a Protected Structure located within the Roden Place Architectural Conservation Area and is adjacent to established residential properties. Louth County Council refused the application because the makeshift nature of the structures was deemed visually inappropriate for the historic context. Furthermore, the intensification of ...
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