4627/22

PROTECTED STRUCTURE: Development will consist of 2no. semi-transparent illuminated digital displays mounted internally behind the 2no. ground floor windows on the St. Andrews Street elevation of size measuring 1890mm wide x 2030mm high, 437mm above floor level. The development is located within a protected structure.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Adverse visual impact on the architectural character and legibility of an internationally significant Protected Structure and its Conservation Area setting.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale, proportions, and appearance of the digital displays would negatively impact the special architectural character and legibility of the Protected Structure.
  • The development would injure the visual amenity and setting of a significant vista within a designated Conservation Area containing internationally significant buildings.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate developments, violating multiple Dublin City Council Development Plan policies regarding heritage and urban design.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy CHC2Policy CHC4Policy SC7Policy SC22

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought to install two semi-transparent illuminated digital advertising displays on the elevation of 23-27 College Green, Dublin 2, a site containing internationally significant Protected Structures. Dublin City Council refused the application because the structures would detract from the architectural integrity and setting of the historic buildings and the wider Conservation Area. The development was deemed contrary to several key policies regarding heritage protection and urban des...
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