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development on the public footpath at Main Street, 3.6m southwest of existing telephone kiosk outside The Embassy Takeaway, Celbridge, Co. Kildare. The development will consist of the replacement of existing telephone kiosks with a new telephone kiosk with integral communication unit and a 1.53sqm digital advertising display. The proposed structure has an overall height of 2.43m, a depth of 0.762m and a width of 1.096m

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed digital advertising kiosk was refused due to its excessive scale, lack of demonstrated need, and inappropriate design (mimicking a British K6 box), which would result in visual clutter and negatively impact the character of the Celbridge Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a sufficient need for the replacement kiosk or advertising panel, and the proposal would lead to unnecessary visual clutter contrary to the County Development Plan's signage policies.
  • The structure would be an unduly prominent and obtrusive feature within the Celbridge Town Centre and Architectural Conservation Area, failing to preserve or enhance the special character and visual setting of the streetscape.
  • The design of the unit, which emulates the British 'K6' red telephone box, is considered excessive in scale and culturally insensitive to the historic Irish town centre context, thereby injuring the amenities of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 17.14.5Section 17.15.4EDO2.9BHO3.7BHO3.3PRO1.1

Decision Document Summary

Eircom Limited sought permission for the replacement of an existing telephone kiosk on Main Street, Celbridge, with a new 2.43m high unit featuring an integral communication unit and a 1.53sqm digital advertising display. The site is located within the Celbridge Town Centre and a proposed Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the development would constitute an obtrusive and prominent feature that contributes to visual clutter. Fu...
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