Core Refusal Reason
The proposed three-storey dwelling is considered architecturally inappropriate and incongruous for its town centre location, failing to integrate with the existing urban character and adversely impacting the Westport Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design and appearance of the proposed dwelling are deemed incongruous with the town centre context, resembling an atypical rural one-off house rather than a terraced urban development that ties in with adjacent buildings.
- The development would materially and adversely affect the character and integrity of the Westport Architectural Conservation Area (ACA).
- The proposal would seriously injure the amenities of the area and depreciate the value of property in the vicinity, representing a failure to adhere to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Westport Town & Environs Development Plan 2010-2016 (as extended)Variation No. 1Variation No. 2Variation No. 3Variation No. 4
Decision Document Summary
Paul Moody sought permission for a 212sqm dwelling house on a 0.053ha site at Mill Street Car Park in Westport Town Centre. The site is zoned 'Town Centre' and is situated within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). Mayo County Council refused permission because the stand-alone three-storey design was considered architecturally inappropriate for the urban setting, failing to respect the character of the ACA or integrate with the existing streetscape. The planning authority noted t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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