Core Refusal Reason
The proposed extension is considered out of character with the existing farmhouse, which is deemed worthy of preservation, and would negatively impact the building's scale and mass.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing farmhouse is identified as a building of character that is worthy of preservation.
- The proposed single-storey extension to the front of the dwelling would detract from the character of the building and distort its original scale and mass.
- The development is deemed incompatible with the existing structure and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Appendix 1Section 1 - House Extensions
Decision Document Summary
William Tyrell applied for permission to partially demolish an existing dwelling and construct a 63.3sqm single-storey extension at Ballinapark, Ashford, Co. Wicklow. The subject site features a two-storey farmhouse of architectural character situated on a large agricultural holding. Wicklow County Council refused the application on the grounds that the extension's design and placement would be visually intrusive, failing to respect the character of the original building and resulting in a disto...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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