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(1) Demolition of existing outbuildings and front boundary wall. (2) Removal/ relocation of existing pole along front of site to allow for new entrance. (3)Construction of 3 new, 3 storey dwellings to the West/ side garden of existing cottage. (4) New vehicular entrance and front boundary walls. All together with associated site works, landscaping works and service connections necessary to complete this development
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to its detrimental visual impact on the Delgany Village Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and the significant loss of mature trees and biodiversity on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, mass, and forward building line of the proposed three-storey dwellings, along with the demolition of the historic front boundary wall, would dominate the streetscape and negatively impact the special character of the Delgany Village Architectural Conservation Area.
- The scale and massing of the proposed development are considered out of proportion with the neighboring single-storey Honeybrook Cottage, failing to respect the established building line and harmony of the area.
- The extensive removal of mature trees and vegetation to facilitate the development would result in a significant loss of biodiversity and habitat for protected species, including bats and birds, contrary to the natural heritage objectives of the County Development Plan.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 8.21CPO 8.22CPO 17.12CPO 17.21CPO 17.22CPO 17.23
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the demolition of outbuildings and a front boundary wall to construct three new three-storey dwellings in the side garden of Honeybrook Cottage, Delgany. The site is located within the Delgany Village Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and is adjacent to a Protected Structure. Wicklow County Council refused the application primarily because the contemporary design and building line were deemed overbearing and harmful to the historic character of the ACA. Ad...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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