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for a) internal and external alterations to the existing thatched roof cottage (including altering window openings to the rear), b) demolition of existing flat roof extension to rear, and c) construction of single storey/split level extension and domestic garage to rear together with all associated site works within the curtilage of protected structure

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would materially contravene built heritage policies due to the excessive height, scale, and massing of the extension and garage, which would negatively impact the character of the Protected Structure and the Dunmore East Architectural Conservation Area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The height, scale, and massing of the proposed extension and garage are considered excessive and would detract from the architectural character and setting of the Protected Structure and the surrounding terrace of thatched cottages.
  • The proposal materially contravenes several Built Heritage Objectives (BH1, BH11, BH12) and Policy Objective BH 05 of the Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022-2028 regarding the preservation of Architectural Conservation Areas.
  • Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for the over-intensification of historic thatch house plots and would negatively impact the residential amenity of adjoining properties.

Cited Policies (CDP)

BH 01BH 05BH 06BH 07BH 11BH 12DM 11

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for alterations and a significant extension to Sunrise Cottage, a protected thatched dwelling located within the Dunmore East Architectural Conservation Area. The proposal included the demolition of an existing extension and the construction of a new split-level extension and a detached domestic garage. The application was refused because the proposed works were deemed to have a negative physical and visual impact on the historic fabric and setting of the protecte...
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