Core Refusal Reason
The application failed to provide a mandatory Architectural Heritage Impact Statement (AHIA) and lacked sufficient detail regarding residential amenities, including private open space, storage, and bicycle parking.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to submit a full Architectural Heritage Impact Statement (AHIA) and comprehensive drawings necessary to assess the impact of alterations on a protected structure within the Athy Architectural Conservation Area.
- The proposal does not demonstrate compliance with minimum standards for residential amenity, specifically failing to clearly identify adequate private outdoor space, internal storage, secure bicycle parking, and bin storage facilities.
- The proposed side entrance design is considered inconsistent with the existing architectural character of the building and requires realignment with upper-floor access points to preserve visual amenity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 4Chapter 17Section 4.11Policy SR 1Objective SRO6PS 1PS 2PS 9PS 10Policy BH1Policy BH2Section 17.4.6Table 17.7.6
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involves the change of use of a ground-floor retail unit to a one-bedroom apartment at 39 Duke Street, Athy, a site containing a protected structure within an Architectural Conservation Area. While the principle of residential development is supported under the 'Town Centre' zoning of the Athy Local Area Plan 2021-2027, the local authority identified significant deficiencies in the application. The recommendation for Further Information (effectively withholding a grant of permission...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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