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Permission for the following: 1) Alterations including one & two storey extensions to the side & rear of the existing dwelling & rebuilding existing single storey shed to accommodate a principal residence and dependant relative accommodation. 2) Demolition of a flat roof extension to rear of the existing dwelling. 3) Construction of a new two storey detached dwelling house on the west side of the site. 4) A new vehicular entrance on Barrackfield and a right of way driveway serving the two dwellings. 5) All associated site works including rainwater harvesting. 6) Selective demolition of poor quality and derelict outbuildings. 7) Preservation of two storey farm building with external steps (RPS No. Lhs022-019). The development is in the curtilage of a Protected Structure listed as RPS No. Lhs022-019
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development involves unacceptable demolition and radical alterations to a Protected Structure cluster, fails to address unauthorized structures on site, and lacks sufficient technical details regarding sustainable drainage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed demolition works and radical alterations to the Protected Structure cluster would result in an undue loss of historical fabric and character, contrary to built heritage policies.
- The Planning Authority is precluded from granting permission for works that would facilitate the continued use of unauthorized structures, specifically a mobile home and storage container currently on site.
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical information, including soil infiltration tests and SuDS design details, to demonstrate appropriate surface water management.