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for Development To Protected Structure ‘Walsh’s House’ Ref No. 12313004. Which Consists Of The Following; (i) Change Of Use Of, And Internal And External Alterations To, Existing Shop And Dwelling House To Provide 4no. Self Contained Apartment Units, (ii) Change Of Use Of Existing Outbuilding Store Room To Provide A Bedroom, (iii) To Construct A Single Storey Extension To Link Existing Extension To New Bedroom, (iv) To Construct First Floor Extensions On Existing Single Storey Extensions To Rear, (v) To Provide 10no. Car Parking Spaces And All Associated Site Works to Facilitate Same

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application failed to provide a conservation-led design approach and adequate technical documentation for a Protected Structure, compounded by concerns over unauthorized works and insufficient servicing details.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The absence of a Conservation Architect and a comprehensive Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment prevents a proper evaluation of the proposed interventions on the Protected Structure.
  • Significant concerns exist regarding potential unauthorized demolition and the lack of archaeological assessment within the Dungarvan medieval borough zone.
  • The proposal failed to provide sufficient technical detail to demonstrate compliance with standards for wastewater treatment, surface water drainage, and safe vehicular access.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 4.7Table 4.3Section 13.13Section 12.12

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission to convert 'Walsh's House', a Protected Structure in Dungarvan, Co. Kilkenny, from a vacant shop and dwelling into four self-contained apartments with associated extensions and parking. While the reuse of such buildings is encouraged under the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027, the application was deemed deficient due to a critical lack of specialist heritage assessment and evidence of unauthorized works. The planning authority determined that th...
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