2460509

Permission for: 1) Proposed extension, alterations and upgrading to the existing vernacular cottage including the demolition of the existing flat-roofed extension to front elevation; 2) Retention of mobile home during the course of the works; 3) Closing of existing vehicular entrance and form new entrance; 4) Decommissioning of existing septic tank and installation of new wastewater treatment system and all associated site development works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed extension is considered an inappropriate design of excessive scale that would result in a new independent dwelling rather than a subservient extension, failing to respect the vernacular character of the existing cottage and the high scenic quality of the Collon Uplands.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The scale, form, and layout of the proposed extension are not sensitive or subservient to the existing vernacular cottage, effectively resulting in a new independent dwelling that detracts from the unique character of the site and its scenic setting.
  • The applicant failed to provide adequate topographical details and justification for the new vehicular entrance, making it impossible to fully assess the visual impact on the landscape and the necessity of removing mature roadside hedgerows.
  • The retention of the mobile home is contrary to Section 13.10 of the Development Plan as no residential permission has been granted for the site, and the applicant failed to demonstrate that its wastewater management does not pose a risk to public health.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 13.9.12Policy HOU 48Policy HOU 49Policy BHC 42Policy BHC 44Policy HOU 41Policy HOU 42Section 13.10Appendix 16Table 3.4Policy IU 19

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for the extension and refurbishment of a vernacular cottage at Oriel Road, Collon, Co. Louth, including the retention of an on-site mobile home and the creation of a new vehicular entrance. The site is situated within the Collon Uplands, a designated area of high scenic quality under Rural Policy Zone 1. Louth County Council refused the application because the proposed extension was deemed architecturally inappropriate and dominant over the original structure, appe...
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