HomeMy WebLinkAbout2632 - F.I. Received Doc.NOEL Mc GAHON
Architectural Design
& Planning Services
ESSEXFORD, DUNDALK, CO.LOUTH.
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Email: noelmcg123@gmail.com
VAT Reg. No: IE 6674891F
Monaghan County Council,
Planning Section,
County Offices,
No. 1 Dublin Street,
Monaghan.
ATTN:- Ben Clerkin
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7 JUL 2026
Dath: 06.07.2026.
Re: Martin Keenan & Fiona Devlin —
1. Permission for alterations and renovations to an existing 2 -storey
vernacular dwelling house.
2. Permission for a 2 -storey extension and a single storey extension to the
side and rear of the existing vernacular dwelling.
3. Permission for a new domestic waste water treatment system.
4. Permission for improvements to the existing site entrance to include new
site boundaries with all associated site development works at
Drumbroagh, Carrickmacross, Co. Monaghan. Planning Ref. No 26-32.
Ben,
Further to our previous telephone and email correspondence, please find attached the further
information as requested by your office, letter dated 10`h June 2026.
Schedule of documents attached r� t
• Revised structural drawings. (6 copies)
• Revised site location map, site layout map and site section. (6 copies each) L 21126
• Landscaping plan from Callans Garden Centre. (6 copies)
• Revised press & site notice. (1 copy each)
F.I. Response No.1 — Architectural design
In response to the Planning Authority's comments regarding Sections 15.9.3 and 15.10.1 of the
Monaghan County Development Plan 2025-2031, the proposed design has been reviewed and
amended. Revised structural drawings are enclosed which demonstrate a more sensitive
response to the existing vernacular dwelling.
The revisions have been prepared with the objective of ensuring that:
• The original vernacular house remains the principal and visually dominant element of
the development.
• The proposed extension has been reduced in its visual prominence and redesigned to
read as an addition to the existing dwelling.
• A clear architectural distinction is maintained between the original structure and the
new extension.
• The form and proportions of the existing dwelling are respected and retained,
preserving its vernacular character.
• The revised proposal reflects the traditional rural character of the existing building while
providing contemporary accommodation that remains sympathetic to the original
structure.
It is considered that the revised proposal now fully addresses the concerns raised by the
Planning Authority and complies with the objectives of the County Development Plan relating to
the restoration and extension of vernacular buildings.
F.I. Response No.2 — Landscaping plan
In response to Policy LCP 1 of the Monaghan County Development Plan 2025-2031,
a comprehensive landscape plan prepared by Callans Garden Centre is enclosed.
The submitted landscape plan addresses each of the requested matters as follows:
(i) Visual integration
The proposal incorporates native planting designed to integrate the dwelling into the
surrounding rural landscape. Existing hedgerows and mature trees are retained where possible,
while additional native trees and hedgerows reinforce the traditional landscape character and
reduce the visual impact of the development.
(ii) Separation from adjoining lands
A continuous native mixed hedgerow is proposed along the eastern site boundary to provide a
clear and permanent separation between the application site and the adjoining permitted site
(Planning Ref. 24/60271), while maintaining the established rural field pattern.
(iii) Boundary treatments, planting and screening
Detailed boundary treatments are provided comprising native mixed hedgerows, supplementary
native tree planting and post -and -wire fencing where necessary. All planting species are
indigenous and appropriate to the local landscape character.
(iv) Retention and supplementation of existing trees and hedgerows
Existing healthy hedgerows and mature trees are retained wherever practicable. Additional
native hedgerow planting and specimen trees are proposed to strengthen existing boundaries,
improve biodiversity and provide long-term landscape screening.
The enclosed landscape plan includes a costed and itemised planting schedule. The planting has
been selected to ensure the development integrates sympathetically with the surrounding
countryside while complying with Policy LCP 1 of the Monaghan County Development Plan
2025-2031.
The response to the Further Information request has resulted in a significant amendment to the
original proposal. A revised press notice has been published and a revised site notice erected at the
site in accordance with Section 35 of the Planning & Development Regulations 2001. These revised
notices indicate the following amendment to the current application :
This further information includes revised structural drawings, alterations to the site
boundaries and a new landscaping plan.
Conclusion
We respectfully submit that the enclosed revised drawings and supporting documentation fully
address each of the matters raised within the Further Information request.
The revised proposal represents a sensitive restoration and extension of the existing vernacular
dwelling while ensuring compliance with the relevant objectives and policies of the Monaghan
County Development Plan 2025-2031.
We trust the enclosed information is sufficient to enable the Planning Authority to complete its
assessment of the application. Should any further clarification be required, we would be pleased
to provide same.
Yours Faithfully,
Noel Mc Gahon (Planning Agent)