Core Refusal Reason
The proposed demolition of a vernacular cottage without professional evidence of structural failure violates County Development Plan policies prioritizing the retention and restoration of historic buildings.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing vernacular cottage is contrary to Policy P-VH-1 and P-DHOU-2, which require the retention and sensitive restoration of historic structures where restoration and adaptation are feasible.
- The applicant failed to submit a report from a suitably qualified engineer or architect demonstrating that the building cannot be made structurally sound through reasonable measures, as required by policy.
- Permitting the demolition would set an undesirable precedent for the loss of vernacular heritage in the area and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the region.
Cited Policies (CDP)
P-BD-1P-BD-3P-BD-4P-WHT-1P-WTH-4P-DHOU-1P-DHOU-2P-VH-1P-RHOU-1P-RHOU-2P-SWD-1P-WWT-5
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission to demolish an existing vernacular cottage at Cloonacrin, Grange, Co. Sligo, to facilitate the construction of a larger replacement dwelling and an upgraded wastewater treatment system. The site is situated within a 'Rural Area Under Urban Influence' as defined by the Sligo County Development Plan 2024-2030. The Planning Authority refused the application because the proposal involves the loss of a historic vernacular building without sufficient justification. The...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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