2460326: Refurbishment works to the existing protected Lock House structure (NBHS Ref:10302408) and the construction of a 116.5m2, single-storey extension located within the River Barrow and River Nore Special Area of Conservation (NPWS Site Code:002162), the decommissioning of an existing not fit for purpose septic tank and construction of a new EPA code of practice secondary and tertiary treatment system. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in relation to the project and accompanies this planning application
Lock Keeper's House Lower Tinnahinch Lock, Knockeen, Co. Carlow
DecisionConditional grant
Decided19 May 2025
Application typePERMISSION
Source documents6
Site
What is on file
0refusal reasons14conditions8nearby records
Decision details
Core application dates and identifiers from the public planning record.Planning analysis
Refusal reasons and planning conditions extracted from the public decision file.Refusal reasons
No refusal reason
No refusal reason is on record for this application yet.
Conditions
- , Development to be carried out in accordance with plans received 14/10/2024, as amended by FI received 26/03/2025.Compliance
- , NIS mitigation measures strictly adhered to. Construction supervised by qualified environmental personnel/ecological clerk of works. Qualifications submitted prior to commencement.Environment Ecology
- , Site-Specific Flood Risk Assessment mitigation measures strictly adhered to. Finished floor level of extension constructed at 9.55OD.Compliance
- , Bat survey carried out prior to commencement by experienced ecologist. Licence required from Dept. if roost detected.Environment Ecology
- , Comprehensive Construction Environmental Management Plan (CEMP) submitted for written agreement prior to commencement, including construction programme, monitoring, and NIS/Flood Risk mitigation implementation.Construction Management
- , External walls, roof, and window finishes per 'Architectural Heritage Impact Assessment Report' and drawings. Colour/RAL number of sinusoidal panels submitted for written agreement prior to commencement.Design Materials
- , Permission limited to development as detailed. No further changes without planning permission. Extension per Drawing 2306_EOPT01_RFI.Compliance
- , Only clean surface water discharged to soak pits/surface water system. Only foul waste to public foul sewer.Wastewater Drainage
- , Wastewater system designed/built per EPA Code of Practice. Certificate of Compliance submitted prior to occupation. Soil under 150m2 polishing filter excavated/replaced. Stone tertiary filter min 150m2/300mm. Cut-off drain on northern boundary. Grease trap installed. Septic tank decommissioned.Wastewater Drainage
- , Off-carriageway parking for construction traffic. No parking on public road. Road Opening License for any road/footpath opening. Prevent muck/dirt on road. Control noise/dust. Prevent spread of Alien Invasive Species.Traffic Access
- , Construction hours restricted to Mon-Fri 08.00-18.00 and Sat 08.00-13.00. No work on Sundays/Bank Holidays.Construction Management
- , Applicant responsible for relocation of services. All service lines/cables underground unless otherwise agreed.Water Services
Source documents
Original council portal records and source PDFs where available.- Application fileApplication file on www.eplanning.ieSource portal
- Notification Of DecisionSource: carlowcoco.eplanning.ie / F6176908-0841-44a2-8993-be711158e83f.pdf / Document 133607Source PDF
- Chief Executives OrderSource: carlowcoco.eplanning.ie / 0bcdefc9-4437-4dfc-a0f3-e8887c505d19.pdf / Document 133606Source PDF
- Final GrantSource: carlowcoco.eplanning.ie / D2e69487-6062-4b77-af72-6a6e6ea113f9.pdf / Document 135493Source PDF
- Planners ReportSource: carlowcoco.eplanning.ie / Fe27a372-5dfd-485f-9e41-3ffa5eb3c0e1.pdf / Document 135222Source PDF
- F I Request LetterSource: carlowcoco.eplanning.ie / D0ef34f9-bd50-403f-a56c-353bcf03c7a8.pdf / Document 125601Source PDF
Nearby precedent
Similar nearby applications linked to this planning decision.- 2560086An existing development on this site at the Lock Keeper's House, Lower Tinnahinch Lock, Knockeen, Co. Carlow, R95 KTH9. The development consists of the retention of a 20.3sqm garden storage shed, concrete footing and associated site works located within the River Barrow and River Nore Special Area of Conservation (NPWS Site Code:002162). This retention is for a temporary structure for domestic storage provision required until the completion of the works associated with the application for planning permission 24/60326 / 0.0 km away / 30 May 2025Conditional grant
- 18194The development will consist of the improvement and upgrading of the existing public landing Jetty by replacing the damaged and deteriorating walkway with a slip resistant decking material and repairing the canal bank along the length of the Jetty to prevent future erosion and undercutting of the bank. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared for the project and submitted with the application. / 0.1 km away / 11 July 2018Conditional grant
- 18116Permission for the erect a granny flat extension to dwelling under construction, granted under Planning Reference Number 16/175 and all associated site works. / 0.4 km away / 31 May 2018Conditional grant
- 2460374Change of house type from plans approved under planning register ref: 20/442 and all associated site works / 0.4 km away / 26 February 2025Conditional grant
- 20442Permission for the erection of a dwelling house, domestic garage / store, treatment system and percolation area and all associated site works / 0.4 km away / 31 May 2021Conditional grant
- 2360256The renovation and extension of an existing derelict cottage for use as a residential dwelling, including the installation of a wastewater treatment system and all associated site works. Retention is also required for a mobile home unit onsite for a temporary period until the completion of the construction works, and a driveway off existing vehicular site entrance to access the cottage. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in relation to the development and accompanies this planning application / 0.4 km away / 19 March 2024Conditional grant
- 20333The renovation and extension of an existing derelict cottage for use as holiday accommodation, including the installation of a wastewater treatment system and all associated site works. Retention is also required for a mobile home for use as a home office, and a driveway off existing vehicular site entrance to access the cottage. The application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement. / 0.4 km away / 04 June 2021Conditional grant
- 2460158The construction of dwelling house and associated garage together with the installation of a wastewater treatment system and percolation area and the formation of a new residential entrance, together with all associated landscaping boundary treatments and external siteworks / 0.6 km away / 01 August 2024Conditional grant