Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is not subordinate in scale or massing to the original vernacular cottage and fails to reflect its architectural character, alongside insufficient evidence regarding the adequacy of the wastewater treatment system.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed two-storey extension is not legibly subordinate in terms of scale and massing to the existing dwelling, failing to meet the requirements of Section 12.8 of the County Development Plan.
- The design solution fails to appropriately reflect the architectural details, features, and language of the existing vernacular cottage, resulting in a dramatic erosion of its character.
- It has not been demonstrated that the existing domestic wastewater treatment system is of adequate size and capacity or functioning in accordance with the EPA Code of Practice.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 12.7Section 12.8Chapter 5Section 6.3
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed a 152sqm two-storey rear extension to a 123sqm vernacular cottage at Moyvannan, Kiltoom. The planning authority determined that the extension's scale and massing were dominant rather than subordinate, failing to integrate with the original structure's architectural character. Additionally, the proposal lacked necessary evidence to confirm the suitability of the existing wastewater treatment system. Consequently, the development was refused as it did not comply with the R...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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