Core Refusal Reason
The proposal is visually incongruous with the Architectural Conservation Area and would adversely impact the amenity of the adjoining property by obstructing light to existing windows.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed mock shopfront is visually incongruous and would negatively impact the character and visual amenity of the Church Road Architectural Conservation Area.
- The design fails to respect the traditional architectural grain of the streetscape and would result in unnecessary visual clutter.
- The development would adversely impact the light and amenity of the adjoining Hungry Monk property by obstructing its existing gable windows.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Greystones, Delgany and Kilcoole Local Area Plan - TC Town Centre ObjectiveLAP Policy BH18LAP Policy BH19CDP 2022 CPO 10.19Appendix 1 Development and Design Guide 6.4
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a mock shopfront and advertising space at Church Road, Greystones, a highly visible location within an Architectural Conservation Area. The proposal was refused as it was considered unsympathetic to the traditional character of the area and failed to enhance the ACA. Additionally, the planning authority found that the structure's height and juxtaposition would seriously injure the amenities of the adjoining Hungry Monk restaurant by blocking light to its gable...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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