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the temporary change of use from a house, which is a protected structure ( Offaly County Council Development Plan 2021-2027 RPS 23-228 / NIAH Ref 14807032) to accommodation of protected persons which is ancillary to a Direct Provision centre for an additional three years and permission to replace the pvc windows and door on the front facade with timber heritage windows

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was found to have significant deficiencies in architectural documentation, a failure to demonstrate compliance with previous planning conditions, and insufficient conservation justification for alterations to a protected structure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The submitted floor plans and elevations are inaccurate and incomplete, failing to correctly reflect the current internal layout or provide necessary details for the rear elevation.
  • The applicant failed to provide evidence of compliance with conditions from the previous temporary planning permission (Ref 20/607) or adequately justify the continued temporary nature of the proposed use.
  • Insufficient historical research and evidence were provided to ensure that the proposed window and door replacements on the front facade are appropriate for a protected structure.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DMS-93HP-02Chapter 13 Development Management StandardsOffaly County Development Plan 2021-2027

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought retention permission for the temporary change of use of 'Florence', a protected structure in Tullamore, from a house to accommodation for protected persons, alongside the replacement of PVC windows with timber heritage units. While the use is compatible with the 'Town Centre/Mixed Use' zoning, the Planning Authority identified critical gaps in the application. These included inaccurate architectural drawings, a lack of clarity regarding land ownership, and a failure to demons...
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