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the development will consist of alterations to the previously granted Planning Application Ref. No. 2162 to include: • the demolition of the existing dwelling house, which is in a derelict state beyond repair; • the construction of a replacement dwelling house which will adjoin the existing courtyard buildings; • alterations and renovations to the existing courtyard buildings to include a private office space and separate living accommodation; • a new wastewater treatment plant; • associated landscaping and site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed demolition of Freffans House, a late Georgian farmhouse of significant architectural and historical merit, is considered contrary to heritage protection policies of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • Freffans House is a surviving late Georgian farmhouse from circa 1800 with significant historical and architectural merit; its demolition would represent a loss of historic building stock and set an undesirable precedent for future developments.
  • The proposal to demolish the structure contravenes policies HER POL 14 and HER POL 21 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, which aim to protect and conserve the architectural heritage of the county and encourage the retention of historic buildings.
  • The applicant failed to provide documentary evidence, such as a structural engineer's report or condition survey, to justify the claim that the dwelling is in a derelict state beyond repair, and the current Site Characterisation Form for wastewater treatment is out-of-date.

Cited Policies (CDP)

HER POL 21HER POL 14ED POL 16ED POL 18RA - Rural Area

Decision Document Summary

Conor Moran sought permission for the demolition of the existing Freffans House at Freffans Great, Trim, Co. Meath, to facilitate the construction of a replacement dwelling, renovations to courtyard buildings for office/living use, and a new wastewater treatment plant. The site is located in a rural area zoned 'RA'. The Planning Authority determined that the existing house is a structure of significant architectural merit and that its demolition would be detrimental to the county's built heritag...
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