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Permission for the change of use of existing derelict pub building into 9 apartments. The development will include alterations to elevations and construction of an extension along with alterations to existing roof, connection to existing public services and carry out all ancillary site development works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused as it constitutes overdevelopment that lacks adequate parking, communal open space, and a design sympathetic to the Architectural Conservation Area, posing a traffic hazard and negatively impacting residential amenity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The absence of on-site parking and vehicular access arrangements would create undue potential for traffic hazards and illegal parking near a major National Road junction.
  • The design and layout constitute overdevelopment that fails to provide adequate communal open space or a high-quality residential environment, setting an undesirable precedent for town centre living.
  • The proposed development is discordant with the character of the Castlerea Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and would result in undue potential for overlooking of nearby properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 12.6Policy Objective CA2Policy Objective CA5Policy Objective BH9.5Policy Objective BH9.6Volume 2 Section 2.2 (Castlerea Settlement Plan)

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission to convert a 532 m² derelict pub on Saint Patrick's Street, Castlerea, into nine apartments, including the construction of an extension and roof alterations. While the site is zoned 'Town Core' and the principle of residential reuse was welcomed, the Planning Authority refused the application due to significant deficiencies in the proposal. Key issues included the total lack of on-site parking near a busy junction, the failure to provide adequate communal open spa...
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