Core Refusal Reason
The proposed removal of a 9-metre section of a historic stone wall would materially contravene development plan objectives intended to protect architectural heritage and the setting of protected structures.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The removal of the 9-metre section of the stone wall would materially contravene Objective RPS 8 of the Cavan County Development Plan 2022-2028, which seeks to resist the demolition and inappropriate alteration of Protected Structures.
- The proposal fails to comply with Specific Objective 2 of the Virginia Land Use Zoning Map, which requires the retention and integration of protected walls and piers in the setting of Virginia Park Hotel.
- The development would result in a significant negative impact on the architectural character and integrity of the adjoining protected structures (gate lodges) and the wider heritage setting of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
VH 10VH 11Map Based Specific Objective 2WTHS 2WTHS 7RPS 1RPS 5RPS 7RPS 8VA 1VA 2VA 3HG 1HG 2
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Ruth McDonnell, proposed the construction of a new entrance onto the R194 at Deerpark, Virginia, which required the removal of a 9-metre section of an existing stone wall. The site is located within the curtilage of a pair of semi-detached former gate lodges, which are designated protected structures (PRS No. CV0257) and listed on the National Inventory of Architectural Heritage. The application was refused as the demolition of the historic wall, which forms part of the perimeter ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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