Core Refusal Reason
The proposed demolition of a vernacular cottage and the construction of an overly dominant, poorly integrated extension contravene heritage protection policies and design standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the original vernacular cottage is considered highly inappropriate and directly contravenes County Development Plan policies aimed at protecting and retaining built heritage.
- The proposed extension is excessive in scale and massing, failing to appear subservient to the original structure as required by Section 15.4.12 of the Development Plan.
- The design approach, which utilizes a link corridor to separate the new extension from the retained portion, results in two distinct units that are poorly integrated and contrary to proper planning.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy AH P9Objective AH O55Objective AH O60Objective AH O63Section 15.4.12Appendix 4 Rural House Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
Declan Brennan sought permission for the partial demolition of an existing 181m2 dwelling and the construction of a large 257m2 extension at Balkinstown, Nurney, Co. Kildare. The site contains a traditional vernacular cottage that has been previously extended. Kildare County Council refused the application primarily because the proposal involved the removal of the original vernacular structure, which is protected under heritage policies AH P9 and AH O55. Furthermore, the proposed extension was d...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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