Steward's House, Abbeyleix Estate, Abbeyleix Demesne
Planning application 22531
DecisionConditional grant
Decided19 October 2022
Application typePERMISSION
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Nearby precedent
Similar nearby applications linked to this planning decision.- 22454Develop as follows on this.32 ha site which is located within the Abbeyleix Estate (which contains a number of protected structures, including the Abbeyleix House RPS-90-C). The subject site is located to the south of the farmyard and east of Bothy Cottages, in the central portion of Abbeyleix Estate, in the townland of Abbeyleix Demesne, Co. Laois. The site is also located in close proximity to the following protected structures: Stable Yard (RPS-90-D); Home Farm House (RPS-90-O); and Church of Ireland (RPS-90-B).The development will consist of the construction of concrete panelled storage bays (ranging between 2 - 2.6m in height with a total area of 378m2) and associated works, including 7 no. bays (6m x 6m) and 7 no. bays (3m x 6m); new concrete hard standing (1,605m2); new surface water sewer including petrol interceptor and soakaway and new connection into existing watermain to facilitate a hose down area; and associated site works / 0.2 km away / 22 February 2023Granted
- 22546Develop on this site of 1.35 ha which is located within the Abbeyleix Estate (which contains a number of Protected Structures, including the Abbeyleix House RPS-090-C). The subject site is located at Lace Cottage and associated lands, at the eastern side of Abbeyleix Estate, in the townland of Abbeyleix Demesne, Co. Laois. Lace Cottage is a Protected Structure (RPS-090-J). The development will consist of: demolition of single storey extension to the rear of the main house (15 sq m); removal of oil tank structure; removal of dormer window to rear; and removal of concrete slab to ground floor room; construction of single storey flat roof (with pitched roof lantern) timber orangery to rear (north) of main house (24 sq m); construction of a new outbuilding/ shed structure to rear (north-east) of main house (5 sq m); construction of single storey flat roof connecting structure between main house and annexe (1.5 sq m); re-roofing of main house and annexe, including new rainwater goods; external and internal alterations including structural masonry repair works to cottage front elevation; re-rendering of main house and annexe elevations; alterations to internal first floor layout, including alterations to internal partitions and openings; installation of new heated solid ground floor slab; alterations, formation and reinstatement of opes; and upgrading of building services throughout. The development will also consist of: soft and hard landscaping works, including new estate access road/ driveway (c. 191 m), and parking area to the south; foul drainage network discharging to new secondary treatment plant and sand polishing filter; storm drainage network discharging to new on site infiltration area; watermain connecting to existing watermain serving the estate; and all associated site development works. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development. / 0.4 km away / 25 October 2022Granted
- 23103Develop on this c. 0.09 Ha site which is located within the Abbeyleix Estate (which contains a number of Protected Structures). The subject site is located at Abbeyleix House 'the Main House', located in the central portion of Abbeyleix Estate, in the townland of Abbeyleix Demesne, Co. Laois. Abbeyleix House is a Protected Structure (RPS-090-C). The development will consist of: Proposed alterations to the central first floor window (south elevation) to form a door opening, with a 1.1m glazed screen, to provide for use of the Juliet balcony; proposed alterations to the first floor northern end window (east elevation) to form a door opening onto a proposed terrace, utilising flat roof of ground floor annex (study) and including 1.1m high balustrade and planters; the upgrade of 6 no. first floor sash windows to new slim double-glazed window units; and all associated works, including making good works. / 0.5 km away / 19 May 2023Granted
- 2365To develop on this 0.1 ha site which is located within the Abbeyleix Estate (which contains a number of Protected Structures, including the Abbeyleix House RPS-090-C). The subject site is located at the 'Boathouse' and associated lands, located on the eastern bank of the river Nore, in the central portion of Abbeyleix Estate, in the townland of Abbeyleix Demesne, Co. Laois. The 'Boathouse' is a Protected Structure (RPS-090-N). The development will consist of the deconstruction of existing above ground structure (including shallow foundations) and the re-construction of the structure, including: Construction of new piled concrete ground beams and pile caps; Installation of new supporting steel super structure; Re-construction of masonry super structure and timber roof structure (re-using existing materials); Re-roofing (using new clay tiles to match existing); Refurbishment of existing porch door; New window timber latticework; New land drains along perimeter of walls; Refurbishment of iron railings; Associated site works. All proposed works will be undertaken above the river level. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed development. / 0.5 km away / 19 April 2023Granted
- 2460010Change use of Millbrook House, and coach house, from residential use to guest house accommodation, including: • The restoration of the external elevations of Millbrook House (including extant original windows) and all of the coach house, including the upgrade of the historic timber sash windows with double glazing units; • The reconstruction the three principal reception rooms of Millbrook House along with other ancillary spaces and new windows; • The construction of a new roof, including dormer windows, and a full height corner extension (2.5 storey) to Millbrook House, and standalone 1.5 storey structure (139 sq m) to the rear; and • The adaptation of the remaining internal spaces of Millbrook House and the coach house to provide guest accommodation; including upgrade of building services. The above works will result in a total of 16 no. guest bedrooms across Millbrook House (with extension) (899 sq m), coach house (145 sq m) and proposed 1.5 storey structure (139 sq m). The development will also consist of the construction of a restaurant building (688 sq m), comprising two single storey buildings and external terraces, at the western part of the site, arranged within gardens and courtyards. The development will also consist of car parking, bicycle parking, soft and hard landscaping, servicing yard, waste storage shed (15.5 sq m), alterations to boundary treatment, including the provision of a new service entrance and widening of the main entrance, site lighting, wastewater treatment plant and percolation and all associated works above and below ground. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of the proposed development / 0.6 km away / 07 March 2024Granted
- 2560862Restore and alter the existing dwelling and outhouses, extension to the existing dwelling, new vehicular access from the L16566 public road, a new wastewater treatment system and all associated site works. / 0.9 km away / 16 February 2026Granted
- 20481Extend duration of planning permission 15/38 / 1.0 km away / 04 November 2020Granted
- 19387Retain the following works: demolition of barn and coach house, construction of stable building, sheds, toilets and shower with conservatory, timber chalet, additional floor and external staircase to existing shed, new boiler room entrance, changes to elevations in previously permitted extension and all associated site works / 1.1 km away / 10 December 2019Granted