22505

Permission for alterations to existing dwelling house and change of use of part of existing ground floor to shop unit; Works to include alterations to internal layout, front and rear fenestration and, in addition, the removal, setting back and rebuilding of the existing eastern gable wall at

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed partial demolition and non-sympathetic alterations to a dwelling house within the Strokestown Architectural Conservation Area would negatively impact the built heritage and visual amenity of the area.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The partial demolition of the existing dwelling house, an integral component of the Strokestown Architectural Conservation Area, is contrary to Policy Objective BH 9.6 and the principles of built heritage protection.
  • The proposed facade alterations and shopfront design are non-sympathetic and would be injurious to the visual amenity and character of the Architectural Conservation Area.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient necessity for the partial demolition of the structure as required by the Architectural Heritage Protection Guidelines for Planning Authorities.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective BH 9.6Chapter 9Chapter 12Chapter 2Chapter 4Chapter 6Chapter 7

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the change of use of part of a dwelling house to a shop unit at Bawn Street, Strokestown, involving internal alterations, fenestration changes, and the partial demolition and rebuilding of a gable wall. Located within the Strokestown Architectural Conservation Area (ACA), the proposal was refused as the works were deemed non-sympathetic to the historic streetscape. The planning authority concluded that the development would undermine the integrity of the ACA a...
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