Core Refusal Reason
The application of cement render and paint over the original red brick facade is considered detrimental to the character and visual amenity of the conservation area and sets an undesirable precedent.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of grey render and painting over the original red brick facade detracts from the visual amenities and the setting of the adjoining residential conservation area.
- The loss of original red brickwork and architectural detailing undermines the character and distinctiveness of the red hatched conservation area.
- The development would set an undesirable precedent for future similar works, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 14.8.2Section 11.1.5.4Policy CHC4
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought retention permission for cement render and painting on the front facade of a three-storey house at 30 Geraldine Street, Dublin 7. Located within a red hatched conservation area and adjacent to a Z2 residential conservation zone, the application was refused because the removal of the original red brickwork and detailing harms the architectural integrity of the streetscape. The planning authority determined that the works are contrary to specific conservation policies in the Du...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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