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(a) The demolition of the rear extension to Rockingham House; (b) Proposed modifications to Rockingham House’s rear elevation and internal layout to achieve a 3-bed house; (c) The Construction of 2 no. 3-bed houses; all with associated private open space, communal open space, landscaping, car parking, and other necessary site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to a misleading development description, insufficient information regarding shared site services (parking and open space), and the potential consolidation of unauthorized development on the site.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development description is considered misleading as it does not accurately reflect the physical works shown in the drawings, specifically regarding the subdivision and extension of existing structures.
  • The applicant failed to provide adequate information to allow for a full assessment of the quantity and quality of communal open space and car parking intended to serve both the proposed and existing residential units on the site.
  • Granting permission would represent the consolidation of potentially unauthorized development, as the applicant failed to demonstrate that existing residential units sharing the site's infrastructure are fully compliant with planning regulations.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.5Appendix 1

Decision Document Summary

Beakonbell Limited proposed the redevelopment of Rockingham House on Main Street, Newcastle, Co. Wicklow, to create three 3-bed dwellings through a combination of internal modifications, extensions, and new construction. The site is located within the village center and contains several existing residential units of uncertain planning status. Wicklow County Council refused the proposal because the public notices were misleading and the applicant failed to provide sufficient detail on how shared ...
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