Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its visually obtrusive design and the obstruction it causes to pedestrian movement on a public thoroughfare.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and materials of the canopy and seating area are considered visually obtrusive and would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area.
- The development results in the obstruction of a public footpath, creating a hazard for pedestrians and negatively impacting the accessibility of the public realm.
- Granting retention would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments that encroach upon public open space and interfere with pedestrian safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Limerick City and County Development Plan 2022-2028Policy DM 4 (Design)Policy TR 10 (Pedestrian Movement)
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention permission for an outdoor restaurant seating area, including a canopy, windbreakers, and planter boxes at Locke Burger, University Court, Castletroy. The development was refused by the local authority because it was deemed visually intrusive and out of character with the surrounding environment. Furthermore, the structures were found to impede pedestrian flow on a public walkway, posing a safety risk and conflicting with policies aimed at protecting the public realm...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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