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Abbeyleix Estate, Abbeyleix Demense, Co. Laois

Deconstruction and reconstruction of the historic Boathouse protected structure at Abbeyleix Estate.

2355 · Laois County Council · Lodged 21 February 2023

Reference
2355
Authority
Laois County Council
Register status
Invalid or incomplete
Type
PERMISSION
Received
21 February 2023

Summary

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The project involves the deconstruction and reconstruction of the Boathouse, which is a Protected Structure on the banks of the River Nore. Works include installing new piled concrete ground beams, a steel superstructure, and reconstructing the masonry and timber roof using existing materials.

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Development description

To 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.

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  1. Application received21 February 2023

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