2560787

to demolish existing Dwelling House & construct a new dwelling house in the same location with new front porch, side extension and decrease in footprint of original dwelling to the rear along with fenestration changes, increase in ridge height by 850mm and proposed new roof windows to the front and rear. Proposal includes extension to existing shed along with all ancillary works. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been submitted with this application. Gross floor space of proposed works: 131.00 sqm(H), 15.30 sqm(G). Gross floor space of demolition: 82.80 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed complete demolition of a vernacular cottage of architectural merit was not technically justified, and the replacement contemporary design was considered out of character with the landscape and contrary to preservation policies.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the complete demolition of the existing vernacular dwelling, which possesses architectural and cultural merit, is technically justified under Policy RH 6.
  • The proposed contemporary replacement dwelling is considered out of character with the existing structure and would completely erase its architectural form, materially contravening landscape preservation objectives.
  • Granting permission would militate against the preservation of the rural environment and set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in an area of Special Landscape Sensitivity.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective AH 5Policy Objective AH 6Policy Objective RH 6Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective PM 1Policy Objective PM 8Policy Objective PM 10Policy Objective AH 13Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective ARC 5Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective RH 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 39DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 67

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission to demolish an existing vernacular cottage and construct a new 131 sqm dormer bungalow at ‘Tigh Sonny’, Caladh an Chnoic, An Caiseal. The site is located within a Special Landscape Sensitivity area along the Maritime Scenic Route. Although a structural survey was provided, the Planning Authority concluded that the total demolition of the cottage was not technically justified and that the proposed contemporary design failed to respect the architectural heritage and...
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