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construction of a two-bedroom, single storey extension, with kitchen, living and dining area, and boot room, to the existing single-storey two-bedroom (with additional home office) bungalow, decommissioning of the of existing septic tank, and replacement with a new foul water treatment system and polishing filter. The proposed extension also includes provision for solar panels, site works including surface water drainage and landscaping, and all ancillary works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed extension's design, scale, and forward-protruding layout were deemed unsympathetic to the character of the existing historic vernacular dwelling and contrary to development plan objectives for heritage protection.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed extension's size, scale, and T-shaped layout protruding to the front are unsympathetic to the existing historic vernacular structure.
  • The design, particularly the flat roof link element, would dominate the original frontage and diminish the overall character and integrity of the dwelling.
  • The development is contrary to Objective CPO 8.25 of the County Development Plan and the Rural House Design Guide, which require extensions to be unobtrusive and sympathetic to the existing house.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective CPO 8.25Appendix 1: Development and Design StandardsAppendix 2: Single Rural Houses Design GuidelinesWicklow County Development Plan 2022-2028

Decision Document Summary

Stephanie Lavelle sought planning permission for a two-bedroom, single-storey extension and a new wastewater treatment system at Lynch's Hollow, Kilbaylet Upper, Donard, Co. Wicklow. The site contains an existing historic bungalow in a rural area. Wicklow County Council refused the application because the proposed extension's design and scale, specifically its protrusion to the front of the dwelling, would overwhelm the original structure's vernacular character and violate heritage protection po...
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