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Retention permission is sought for the existing gravel car park (1450sqm) and vehicle entrance (15.9sqm) consisting of 2no. stone piers and pedestrian bollards and all associated site works The development consisted of the carrying out works to a protected structure, (Estate wall– Rps no. 006-019, reg no. 15304019)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development results in a significant negative impact on a Protected Structure through the loss of historic fabric and incongruous design, while simultaneously creating a traffic hazard due to inadequate pedestrian safety measures.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The partial demolition of the historic estate wall and the introduction of incongruous stone piers result in an unacceptable loss of historic fabric and adversely impact the special character and setting of a Protected Structure of Regional Importance.
  • The as-constructed vehicular entrance and gravel car park fail to provide safe and adequate pedestrian facilities or effective segregation between vehicular and pedestrian movements, creating a significant traffic hazard for school children.
  • The development is contrary to specific conservation policies (CPO 14.27, 14.29, and 14.30) of the Westmeath County Development Plan 2021-2027 and is considered prejudicial to public safety and the proper planning of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 4.24CPO 4.25CPO 4.35CPO 14.27CPO 14.28CPO 14.29CPO 14.30CPO 14.31CPO 14.32CPO 14.33

Decision Document Summary

This application sought retention permission for a 1,450sqm gravel car park and a 15.9sqm vehicular entrance at St. Cremin’s National School, Rathganny, Multyfarnham. The works involved the unauthorized demolition of a section of an early 19th-century estate wall, which is a Protected Structure of Regional Importance. Westmeath County Council refused the application because the works caused significant damage to the architectural heritage through the loss of historic fabric and the installation ...
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