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the development will consist of (1) the refurbishment of the existing two no. two storey cottages to form a single dwelling house, (2) Construction of two storey extension to rear of cottages (3) carry out elevation and floor plan alterations to existing cottages (4) construct new access and access road (5) installation of sewerage treatment unit and percolation area (6) all ancillary site works as (7) to supersede the previously granted planning permission ref No. 23/763

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed design, specifically the increase in roof height and alterations to the fenestration, would materially detract from the established vernacular character of the existing cottages and fails to constitute a sensitive restoration.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed increase in the height of the existing roof structure from 5.7m to 6.83m would materially alter and detract from the established vernacular character of the cottages.
  • The proposed alterations to the windows lack regard for the existing fenestration pattern, showing no continuation of the original design.
  • The proposal fails to meet the standards for sensitive restoration and re-use of vernacular dwellings as set out in policies RD POL 30, RD POL 31, and DM OBJ 50.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 30RD POL 31RD POL 34DM OBJ 50Section 9.14Section 11.5.25

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the refurbishment and extension of two existing two-storey cottages into a single dwelling at Crossakiel, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area zoned 'RA' and contains buildings of vernacular character. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the proposed design, which included raising the roof height and altering the fenestration, was deemed insensitive to the original character of the structures. The planning authori...
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