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DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING COMMERCIAL BUILDING AND THE ERECTION OF A BUILDING TO INCLUDE ON THE GROUND FLOOR 2 NO. COMMERCIAL UNITS, 2 NO. APARTMENTS ON THE FIRST FLOOR AND 2 NO. APARTMENTS ON SECOND FLOOR AND 1 NO. APARTMENT ON THE THIRD FLOOR (5 APARTMENTS IN TOTAL) WITH CONNECTION TO THE PUBLIC SEWER AND ALL OTHER ASSOCIATED SITE DEVELOPMENT WORKS

Granted

Core Planning Reasoning

The proposed development is considered acceptable as it facilitates the regeneration of a brownfield infill site within the settlement boundary of the Heritage Town of Ramelton, supporting national and local policies for compact growth and urban renewal without significantly injuring the architectural heritage or residential amenities of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The principle of redevelopment on this underutilised town centre site is consistent with the Donegal County Development Plan's strategy for renewal and regeneration in Layer 2B settlements like Ramelton.
  • The demolition of the existing building is justified as it is not a Protected Structure or listed on the NIAH, and its replacement with a higher-density building supports compact growth and enhances the streetscape of the Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The proposed residential units generally meet national standards, and potential impacts on the residential amenity of neighboring properties, such as overlooking, are considered minimal due to the site's orientation and design.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Table 2A.3 (Settlement Structure)Objective TV-O-1Policy TV-P-1Policy TV-P-2Section 6.2.1Objective UB-O-9Policy UB-P-4Policy BH-P-3Policy BH-P-4Policy BH-P-8Policy BH-P-14Policy BH-P-15Policy BH-P-16Objective AH-O-1

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involves the demolition of an existing single-storey derelict stone building on Shore Road, Ramelton, to be replaced by a four-storey mixed-use building featuring two commercial units (primarily restaurant use) and five apartments. The site is located within a designated Architectural Conservation Area and is adjacent to the Lough Swilly SAC and SPA. A third-party appeal raised concerns regarding the loss of a historic structure, the height of the new building, and privacy impacts o...
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