Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extensions were refused due to an inappropriate design approach that replicates historic detailing, a lack of a required Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment, and negative impacts on the character and setting of a protected structure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The attempt to replicate the detailing of the original structure and the proximity of the extensions to the front building line is considered inappropriate and contrary to conservation objectives.
- The applicant failed to submit a required Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment as mandated by objectives AH O23 and AH O33 of the Kildare County Development Plan 2023-2029.
- The proposed development would detract from the architectural integrity of the protected structure and the terrace as a whole, materially contravening the Naas Local Area Plan 2021-2027.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 15.17.1.2Section 15.4.12Section 11.15AH P6AH O20AH O21AH O23AH O32AH O33AH O43Policy BH1Objective BH1.1Objective BH1.2
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the construction of single and two-storey extensions to No. 1 Glenville Terrace, Naas, an end-of-terrace Edwardian house designated as a protected structure. The development was refused primarily because the design approach—attempting to disguise the extensions by replicating the historic fabric—was deemed inappropriate and harmful to the architectural integrity of the house and the wider terrace. Additionally, the refusal was based on the failure to provide a mandatory Arc...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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