Core Refusal Reason
The proposed modern extension fails to integrate with the Protected Structure, negatively impacting its structural integrity, setting, and visual character.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to successfully integrate with the Protected Structure and would negatively impact its structural integrity by removing a significant portion of the original rear return.
- The extension's modern design and scale would negatively impact the setting and context of the main elevation and would be visible from the street, detracting from the character of the historic building.
- The proposal is contrary to policies HER POL 14 and HER POL 16 of the Meath County Development Plan 2021-2027, which seek to protect and conserve the architectural heritage of the county.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.5.25DM OBJ 50Section 8.7.1HER POL 14HER POL 15HER POL 16HER POL 17HER POL 18HER OBJ 15HER OBJ 16HER OBJ 17HER OBJ 18HER OBJ 19INF POL 20INF POL 21INF POL 22INF OBJ 20INF OBJ 21INF OBJ 22INF OBJ 25
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the demolition of an existing single-storey extension and the construction of a new, modern flat-roof extension at Rathmolyon House, a Protected Structure in Rathmolyon, Co. Meath. While the principle of an extension was considered acceptable, the specific design was refused because it failed to integrate with the historic fabric. The local authority determined that the proposal would compromise the structural integrity of the original building, negatively aff...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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