Core Refusal Reason
The proposed demolition of a vernacular farmhouse and its replacement with a contemporary dwelling that is out of character with the rural landscape and fails to comply with the Meath Rural Design Guide.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing vernacular farmhouse would contravene policy RD POL 32 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, which seeks to protect the built legacy of traditional rural dwellings and preserve rural built heritage.
- The proposed replacement dwelling is contemporary in nature and fails to align with the 'Meath Rural Design Guide' or show sympathy to the character and design of the original structure and its surrounding rural context.
- Granting permission would establish an undesirable future precedent for the loss of traditional housing stock and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 30RD POL 31RD POL 32Section 9.14Section 9.14.1Chapter 11Meath Rural Design Guide
Decision Document Summary
The applicants sought permission for the demolition of an existing house and outbuildings and the construction of a replacement two-storey contemporary dwelling at Clonasillagh, Carnaross, Kells, Co. Meath. The site is located in a rural area zoned 'RA' and is designated as a Low Development Pressure Area. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the existing structure is considered a vernacular farmhouse that should be preserved under policy RD POL 32. Furthermore, the pro...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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