Core Refusal Reason
The proposed works would negatively impact the architectural integrity and special character of a Protected Structure through the loss of original fabric and disruption of its spatial composition.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of original walls and windows to facilitate internal reconfiguration would result in an unbalanced spatial form that radically alters the character of the Protected Structure.
- The removal of the existing single-storey conservatory would disrupt the architectural expression and composition of both the subject property and the adjoining Protected Structure.
- The development fails to comply with national Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines and local policy objectives designed to protect the special character and appearance of historic buildings.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective HER 8Section 12.11.2.1
Decision Document Summary
The application sought permission for the partial demolition of a side passage extension and internal reconfiguration at Middle Abbeylands, a Protected Structure in Killiney. The proposal was refused by the local authority as the demolition of original features and the removal of a conservatory were deemed to negatively impact the building's architectural integrity and spatial form. The decision noted that the works would be contrary to the Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-202...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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