Wednesday, November 4, 2009

Press Release

Cllr Michael O'Donovan Welcomes Decision of Fingal Planners to demand the Retention of traditional cottage fronts on Main St, Blanchardstown


October 09

PRESS RELEASE



I am very pleased that our County Planners have responded in this fashion to the application to demolish Nos. 4 & 6 St Brigid’s Cottages, Main Street, Blanchardstown.
I particularly welcome the statement by the Planners that “these cottages contribute to the historical character of the streetscape and form an integral part of the character of Blanchardstown Village.”

The Planners are of the view that the more intensive development of this site is acceptable in principle and I agree with that. The issue is that any new development should respect and enhance the special character of these village cottages.

I look forward to the Developers submitting an altered set of plans and I particularly welcome the Planners instructions that the front facades including windows, door openings, roofs and chimneys are to be retained.

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