Core Refusal Reason
The proposed demolition of a vernacular cottage is contrary to heritage protection policies P-DHOU-2 and P-VH-1 as the applicant failed to provide a structural report demonstrating that the building is incapable of being restored.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the vernacular cottage is contrary to policies P-DHOU-2 and P-VH-1 of the County Development Plan, which prioritize the retention and restoration of historic buildings of local significance.
- In the absence of a report from a suitably qualified professional, it has not been demonstrated that the building cannot be made structurally sound through reasonable measures.
- Granting permission for the demolition would set an undesirable precedent for the loss of vernacular heritage and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 23.2.2Section 24.1.1P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-4Section 26.5.3P-DHOU-1P-DHOU-2Section 25.3.3P-VH-1Section 30.2.6P-WWT-5Section 33.9.5
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission to demolish an existing single-storey vernacular cottage at Doonmadden, Templeboy, Co. Sligo, and replace it with a new 173sqm dwellinghouse and an upgraded wastewater treatment system. While the site is located within a 'Normal Rural Landscape' and the design of the replacement house was considered acceptable, the Planning Authority refused the application because the demolition of the vernacular structure was not justified by a structural survey. The proposal w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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