2460342

the relocation of 2 number piers and gates from Bennekerry Gate Lodge within the grounds of Bennekerry House, to form part of a new entrance ( for Bennekerry House) constructed under Planning Reference Number 22/311 and all associated site works within the curtilage of Bennekerry Gate Lodge, ( Protected Structure RPS CW174) at Bennekerry House ( Protected Structure RPS NO. CW173, NIAH No10300729)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The relocation of historic piers and gates from Bennekerry Gate Lodge (a Protected Structure) to a new entrance for Bennekerry House constitutes an inappropriate alteration that materially damages the architectural character and integrity of the original structure and its setting.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The removal of the piers and gates from Bennekerry Gate Lodge (RPS CW174) represents a wholly inappropriate alteration that significantly and materially affects the character and setting of a Protected Structure.
  • The development contravenes specific conservation policies (PS.P2, PS.P7, and PS.P10) of the Carlow County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seek to protect the integrity and early building fabric of protected structures.
  • Granting retention permission would set an undesirable precedent for the unauthorized removal of architectural heritage elements in the county, which is contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 10.11Section 10.13Section 10.14PS.P2PS.P3PS.P7PS.P10

Decision Document Summary

This application sought retention permission for the relocation of two stone piers and gates from the Bennekerry Gate Lodge (Protected Structure RPS CW174) to a new entrance serving Bennekerry House (Protected Structure RPS CW173) in Bennekerry, Co. Carlow. While the applicant argued the reuse of materials was appropriate, the Planning Authority determined that the removal of these original elements from the Gate Lodge caused significant material damage to its architectural integrity and charact...
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