22550
Permission for (1) the redevelopment and change of use of an existing four bedroom dwelling into a mixed residential unit development consisting of 2 no. one bedroom apartments and 2 no. two bedroom duplex units; (2) alterations to adjoining existing commercial unit to facilitate access to one of the duplex units; (3) elevational changes; (4) the construction of 2 no. new townhouse units to the rear of the existing dwelling incorporating private open space; (5) the development of a communal garden; (6) the provision of cycle parking; (7) the provision of bin storage and (8) all ancillary site development works including foul/surface drainage and water services. The development site is located in the confines of a Protected Structure - Ref. No. LH13706003
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its detrimental impact on the setting of a Protected Structure and Architectural Conservation Area, substandard residential design standards, and the absence of a required archaeological assessment.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and material finishes of the proposed development are considered unsympathetic to the character of the Architectural Conservation Area and would negatively impact the setting and integrity of the on-site Protected Structure (Windmill).
- The proposal constitutes a substandard residential development that fails to meet minimum requirements for internal room sizes, storage provision, and private open space, resulting in a poor level of amenity for future residents.
- The applicant failed to provide a required Archaeological Impact Assessment for a site located within a Zone of Archaeological Potential, meaning the potential impact on archaeological heritage could not be properly evaluated.