2460295

Permission for proposed partial demolition of existing storey and a half type dwelling house, construction of a storey and a half extension to the side and single storey extension to the rear together with internal renovations to same, entrance, boundary fence/wall, suitable onsite treatment system with polishing filter and all ancillary site works at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to inappropriate design and scale that fails to integrate with the existing traditional dwelling, and the lack of an Ecological Impact Assessment for a site located within a proposed Natural Heritage Area (pNHA).

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed extension is excessive in scale and fails to remain subordinate or complementary to the existing traditional dwelling, effectively subsuming the original structure in a manner tantamount to a new dwelling.
  • The design and fenestration changes do not reflect the proportions or character of the original house, which would set an undesirable precedent and injure the visual amenities of the area.
  • In the absence of an Ecological Impact Assessment (EcIA), it cannot be concluded that the development would not have a significant adverse impact on the Kilglass and Grange Loughs pNHA.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 7.4Section 7.7Section 7.8Section 12.8Chapter 10.5Policy Objective NH10.10

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the partial demolition and significant extension of a traditional storey-and-a-half dwelling at Ballymartin Townland, Kilglass, Co. Roscommon. The site is located in a rural area at the end of a cul-de-sac and lies partially within the Kilglass and Grange Loughs pNHA. Roscommon County Council refused the application primarily because the design was considered insensitive and failed to integrate with or remain subordinate to the existing structure. Furthermo...
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