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to consist of the proposed alterations to front façade (east elevation), comprising of: 1. Installation of 1 no. new ATM, along with alterations to existing window ope. 2. Removal of section of existing boundary railing and stonework plinth. 3. Minor internal alterations, together with all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed alterations, specifically the removal of historic railings and modifications to a window opening, would cause irreversible loss of historic fabric to a Protected Structure and materially contravene heritage preservation objectives.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The removal of the fine wrought-iron railings and the alteration of the existing window opening would result in the irreversible loss of the historic fabric of a prominent Protected Structure.
  • The application failed to provide an Architectural Impact Assessment or detailed drawings of the railing removal, as required by the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines (2011).
  • The development represents an inappropriate alteration that materially contravenes County Development Plan objectives RPS7 and RPS8, which seek to protect and preserve the special character of historic buildings.

Cited Policies (CDP)

14.3 Town/Village Core14.3.1 Objective14.3.2 VisionRPS1RPS2RPS3RPS4RPS5RPS6RPS7RPS8RPS9RPS10RPS11RPS12RPS13RPS14RPS15

Decision Document Summary

Bank of Ireland sought permission for alterations to their branch on Main Street, Cavan Town, which is a Protected Structure. The proposed works included the installation of a new ATM, modifications to a window opening, and the removal of a section of historic wrought iron boundary railings and stone plinth. Cavan County Council refused permission on the grounds that the proposal would cause irreversible damage to the building's historic fabric and lacked a necessary Architectural Impact Assessm...
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