Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension lacks visual subservience and fails to maintain the original character of the vernacular dwelling, violating specific development plan standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension is not visually subservient to the existing vernacular cottage.
- The design fails to respect or maintain the original character of the existing dwelling.
- The development is contrary to the specific standards set out in Table 4.7 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Table 4.7 of Volume 1 Chapter 3 - Sustainable Housing of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the demolition of existing extensions and the construction of a new extension to a vernacular cottage in Killag. The Planning Authority refused the application primarily because the scale and design of the proposed extension were deemed dominant rather than subservient to the original structure, thereby compromising its character. Additionally, the proposal failed to comply with Table 4.7 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028, and concerns were n...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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