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retention and completion of dwelling as constructed including all associated site works from that previously approved under planning ref 14/1082 Permission is also sought for amendments to current layout namely reduction of part ground floor area to form open yard area and alteration of single storey roof at rear and side including all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is considered to be detrimental to the character of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area and lacks necessary archaeological assessment.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development for which retention is sought, by reason of its design and scale, would be visually discordant and would fail to protect the character of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The applicant has failed to demonstrate through an Archaeological Impact Assessment that the development would not adversely affect the archaeological heritage of the site.
  • The proposed development would result in a substandard level of residential amenity for future occupants due to the inadequate provision of private open space.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective CPO31Objective CPO33Objective CPO11

Decision Document Summary

This application sought the retention and completion of a dwelling at Main Street, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick, involving amendments to a previously approved scheme (Ref: 14/1082). The site is located within an Architectural Conservation Area and a zone of archaeological potential. The local authority refused permission as the development is out of character with the historic streetscape, lacks a required archaeological assessment, and provides insufficient residential amenity for occupants....
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