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DEMOLITION OF AN EXISTING REAR EXTENSION AND FRONT PORCH TO AN EXISTING DWELLING, THE CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW EXTENSION TO THE REAR OF THE EXISTING DWELLING, CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW SITE ENTRANCE AND TO UPGRADE THE EXISTING WASTE WATER TREATMENT SYSTEM TO CURRENT EPA CODE OF PRACTICE, TOGETHER WITH ALL ASSOCIATED ANCILLARY WORKS.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed extension is excessive in scale and depth, failing to remain subordinate to the original vernacular cottage, thereby detracting from its character and the visual amenities of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed 270sqm extension, extending 22m to the rear, is considered excessive in scale and depth and is not subordinate to the host dwelling.
  • The development fails to integrate with the main building and would have a significant adverse impact on the character of the original vernacular cottage and the visual amenities of the rural landscape.
  • Granting permission would be contrary to Section 33.2.16 and Policy P-VH-2 of the Sligo County Development Plan 2024-2030 and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 24.1.1P-DSNC-1P-DSNC-4Section 25.3.3P-VH-1P-VH-2Section 33.2.16Section 33.9.5

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the demolition of an existing rear extension and porch and the construction of a large 270sqm contemporary extension to a vernacular cottage at Ardkeeran, Killavil, Ballymote. While the site is located in an area of normal rural landscape and the principle of extending was acceptable, the Planning Authority refused the application due to the excessive scale and 22m depth of the proposed extension. The design was deemed to be non-subordinate, failing to integra...
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