25/4838

The development will comprise the carrying out of part demolition of existing dwelling including its re-construction and the construction of a proposed extension, the construction of a domestic garage, a new site entrance and new plot boundaries, the installation of a new on-site effluent treatment system including all associated site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal involves the irreversible demolition of a vernacular building of historic interest and a replacement design that fails to respect the local character and heritage objectives of the Cork County Development Plan.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

The scale and design of the proposed development fail to respect the character, pattern, and tradition of the existing built form and landscape, contrary to Objective RP 5-22.
The proposal involves the substantial and irreversible demolition of a dwelling with vernacular and historic significance identified on historic OS mapping.
The development is contrary to heritage protection objectives HE 16-6 and HE 16-19, which seek to protect and preserve the architectural, social, and cultural heritage of vernacular buildings.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RP 5-22HE 16-19HE 16-6

Decision Document Summary

The application proposed the partial demolition and redevelopment of an existing dwelling at Charter House, Rathgoggan South, Charleville. The local authority refused the application primarily because the existing structure holds significant vernacular and historic value, and its demolition would contravene policies aimed at protecting architectural heritage and post-medieval archaeology. Furthermore, the proposed replacement design was deemed incompatible with the established character and scal...

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