Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered detrimental to the character and appearance of the Rathkeale Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) and visually obtrusive due to its inappropriate design, scale, and massing.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design, scale, and massing of the dwelling for which retention is sought are out of character with the existing pattern of development and would be visually obtrusive.
- The development is detrimental to the character and appearance of the designated Architectural Conservation Area in Rathkeale.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar types of development, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Rathkeale Local Area Plan 2012-2018 (as extended)Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) Objectives
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention for a single-storey dwelling and permission for an attic conversion with roof windows and a 2-metre high screen wall at Pound Lane, Rathkeale, Co. Limerick. The site is situated within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). The planning authority refused the proposal on the grounds that the development's scale and design are incompatible with the historic streetscape, would negatively impact the visual amenities and heritage character of the ACA, and ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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