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a proposed new housing development consisting of 12 residential units. The development will comprise of the following (1). 4 No. House type A 170m2 4-Bed Detached units ;4 No. House type B 129m2 3-Bed semi-detached units; 2 No. House type C 101m2 3-Bed semi-detached units and 2 No. House type D 155m2 3-Bed Semi-detached units. (2)The proposal will also include permission for the demolition of the existing dwelling and outbuildings on site, (3) revisions and alterations to existing vehicular entrance on site to serve the development (4.) Connection to all services, mains water and public lighting as well as all soft and hard landscaping and boundary treatments including hedging, walls, fences and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The unjustified demolition of a building of regional architectural heritage significance and insufficient technical information regarding road safety and surface water management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed demolition of the Parochial House, a structure of 'Regional Importance' on the NIAH, lacks sufficient justification and contravenes County Development Plan objectives to protect architectural heritage.
  • The application provides insufficient information regarding the design of the site entrance and the achievement of safe sight distances in accordance with DMURS standards, creating a potential traffic hazard.
  • The proposal fails to demonstrate adequate capacity within the receiving stormwater network and provides inadequate SUDS proposals, failing to provide a sustainable design response for surface water treatment.

Cited Policies (CDP)

CPO 8.20CPO 8.25Section 9.2.3CPO 4.3CPO 6.13CPO 6.14CPO 13.21CPO 15.1

Decision Document Summary

Olive Green Roundwood Holdings Limited proposed a 12-unit residential development at Togher More, Roundwood, which included the demolition of the former Parochial House and outbuildings. Although the site is located within the settlement boundary of Roundwood, the Planning Authority refused permission because the applicant failed to provide a strong justification for the demolition of a building of regional architectural and artistic interest. Furthermore, the application was found to be technic...
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