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Dún Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022–2028 – Written Statement
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- dwellings. Excessive scale should be avoided. Front extensions, particularly at first floor level, should reflect the roof shape and slope of the main dwelling. A minimum driveway length of 6 metres should be maintained. (ii) Extensions to the Rear: Ground floor rear extensions will be considered in terms of their length, height, proximity to mutual boundaries and quantum of usable rear private open space remaining. The extension should match or complement the main house. First floor rear extensions will be considered on their merits, noting that they can have potential for negative impacts on the amenities of adjacent properties, and will only be permitted where the Planning Authority is satisfied that there will be no significant negative impacts on surrounding residential or visual amenities. In determining applications for first floor extensions the following factors will be considered: M Overshadowing, overbearing, and overlooking - along with proximity, height, and length along mutual boundaries. M Remaining rear private open space, its orientation and usability. M Degree of set-back from mutual side boundaries. M External finishes and design, which shall generally be in harmony with existing. (iii) Extensions to the Side: Ground floor side extensions will be evaluated against proximity to boundaries, size, and visual harmony with existing (especially front elevation) and impacts on adjoining residential amenity. First floor side extensions built over existing structures and matching existing dwelling design and height will generally be acceptable. However, in certain cases a set-back of an extension’s front façade and its roof profile and ridge may be sought to protect amenities, integrate into the streetscape, and avoid a ‘terracing’ effect. External finishes shall normally be in harmony with existing. Any planning application submitted in relation to extensions, basements or new first/upper floor level within the envelope of the existing building, shall clearly indicate on all drawings the extent of demolition/wall removal required to facilitate the proposed development and a structural report, prepared by a competent and suitably qualified engineer, may be required to determine the integrity of walls/structures to be retained and outline potential impacts on adjoining properties. This requirement should be ascertained at preplanning stage. Side gable, protruding parapet walls at eaves/gutter level of hip-roofs are not encouraged. The proposed construction of new building structures directly onto the boundary with the public realm (including footpaths/open space/roads etc), is not acceptable and it will be required that the development is set within the existing boundary on site and shall not form the boundary wall. The provision of windows (particularly at first floor level) within the side elevation of extensions adjacent to public open space will be encouraged in order to promote passive surveillance, and to break up the bulk/extent of the side gable as viewed from the public realm. (iv) Alterations at Roof/Attic Level: Roof alterations/expansions to main roof profiles - changing the hip-end roof of a semi-detached house to a gable/ ‘A’ frame end or ‘half-hip’ for example – will be assessed against a number of criteria including: M Careful consideration and special regard to the character and size of the structure, its position on the streetscape and proximity to adjacent structures. M Existing roof variations on the streetscape. M Distance/contrast/visibility of proposed roof end. M Harmony with the rest of the structure, adjacent structures, and prominence. Dormer extensions to roofs, i.e. to the front, side, and rear, will be considered with regard to impacts on existing character and form, and the privacy of adjacent properties. The design, dimensions, and bulk of any roof proposal relative to the overall size of the dwelling and gardens will be the overriding considerations. Dormer extensions shall be set back from the eaves, gables and/or party boundaries. Dormer extensions should be set down from the existing ridge level so as to not read as a third storey extension at roof level to the rear. The proposed quality of materials/finishes for dormer extensions will be considered carefully as this can greatly improve their appearance. The level and type of glazing within a dormer extension should have regard to existing window treatments and fenestration of the dwelling. However, regard should also be had to size of fenestration proposed at attic level relative to adjoining residential amenities. Particular care will be taken in evaluating large, visually dominant dormer window structures, with a balance sought between quality residential amenity and the privacy of adjacent properties. Excessive overlooking of adjacent properties should be avoided. 243Development ManagementChapter 12
- 12.3.7.2 Sub-Division of Dwellings In accordance with Policy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock - Densification and Adaptation, the sub-division of existing dwellings into two or more dwelling units will be encouraged in circumstances where it would contribute to maintaining a viable community in an area, will allow for the opportunity of downsizing, is in a location well served with amenities, and where the existing dwelling is of an appropriate size. The maximum number of units in any proposed subdivision will depend upon the characteristics of the area, the suitability of the dwelling for subdivision, availability of services, parking, private amenity space, privacy, and other factors. Permission to sub-divide into apartments will not normally be granted unless the average unit size for a one-bedroom unit is at least 45sq.m. gross floor area. Conversions must not detract from adjoining/ existing residential amenity (in terms of overlooking, significant loss of landscaping, high site coverage) or result in a negative visual impact on the streetscape or on neighbouring properties. Sub-division will not usually be a feasible proposition in modern suburban estates of two storey houses but may be appropriate in larger than average family sized dwellings in old houses or larger apartments. Appropriate cycle parking will be provided in accordance with Cycle Parking Guidelines set-out in Section 12.4.6. New car parking provision, or non-provision (in certain instances at the discretion of the Planning Authority and as set out in Section 12.4.5.2) shall be in accordance with the Council’s car parking standards in Section 12.4.5. Design and landscaping shall be of a high standard for a quality visual environment with adequate open space arrangements required and considered at the discretion of the Planning Authority. Any proposed external structures, such as fire escapes, should be clearly indicated in the planning application, to ensure any such structures would not have a negative impact on visual and adjoining residential amenities. This is of particular relevance when the proposal relates to a Protected Structures or dwelling located within an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) so as to not detract from the historic value of structure. In the event that external fire escapes may be required, the applicant should discuss specifications with the Fire Officer (and the Conservation Officer with respect to Protected Structures or ACAs), prior to lodging a planning application, only the possible visual / residential amenity impacts will be assessed through the Planning process. 12.3.7.3 ‘Family Member/Granny’ Flat Extension A ‘family’ or ‘granny’ flat refers to a temporary subdivision of a single dwelling - often by adding an extension to the dwelling or converting an attached garage which is linked to the main dwelling - for a subsidiary element, for use by a member of the immediate family (e.g. elderly parent), but not as a fully independent dwelling. These will be assessed against the criteria applied to ‘normal’ domestic extensions. The Planning Authority will generally consider such sub-division and/or extension favourably subject to ensuring no negative impacts on the integrity of the primary dwelling. Applications for granny / family flats within the rural area will be assessed under the provisions of Section 12.3.10.6. Proposals should be: M Interlinked with the primary dwelling and capable of being readily subsumed back into same. M Any such extension to the main dwelling shall be subsidiary in scale relative to the main dwelling. M Such that the Planning Authority is satisfied that there is a valid justification for the proposal in use terms. Permission will normally be on condition that: M The flat can be subsumed back into the main dwelling when it is no longer required. M It shall not be let or sold, other than as an intrinsic part of the overall property. M Where the owner wishes it to remain subdivided on a permanent basis, an application shall be made for sub-division which will be assessed on the more demanding criteria as would be applied to a separate dwelling house. 12.3.7.4 Detached Habitable Room This can provide useful ancillary accommodation such as a playroom, gym, or study/home office for the main residence. It should be modest in floor area and scale, relative to the main house and remaining rear garden area. The applicant will be required to demonstrate that neither the design nor the use of the proposed structure will detract from the residential amenity of adjoining property or the main house. Any such structure shall not be to provide residential accommodation for a family member/ granny flat nor shall the structure be let or sold independently from the main dwelling. 244dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- 12.3.7.5 Corner/Side Garden Sites Corner site development refers to sub-division of an existing house curtilage and/or an appropriately zoned brownfield site, to provide an additional dwelling(s) in existing built up areas. In these cases, the Planning Authority will have regard to the following parameters (Refer also to Section 12.3.7.7): M Size, design, layout, relationship with existing dwelling and immediately adjacent properties. M Impact on the amenities of neighbouring residents. M Accommodation standards for occupiers. M Development Plan standards for existing and proposed dwellings. M Building lines followed, where appropriate. M Car parking for existing and proposed dwellings provided on site. M Side/gable and rear access/maintenance space. M Adequate usable private open space for existing and proposed dwellings provided. M Level of visual harmony, including external finishes and colours. M Larger corner sites may allow more variation in design, but more compact detached proposals should more closely relate to adjacent dwellings. A modern design response may, however, be deemed more appropriate in Corner/Side garden development Merville Road with solar panels. 245Development ManagementChapter 12
- certain areas where it may not be appropriate to match the existing design. M Side gable walls as side boundaries facing corners in estate roads are not considered acceptable and should be avoided. M Appropriate boundary treatments should be provided both around the site and between the existing and proposed dwellings. Existing boundary treatments should be retained/ reinstated where possible. M Use of first floor/apex windows on gables close to boundaries overlooking footpaths, roads and open spaces for visual amenity and passive surveillance. It is also recognised that these sites may offer the potential for the development of elderly persons accommodation of more than one unit, and this will be encouraged by way of corner/ side and infill development. This would allow the elderly to remain in their community in secure and safe accommodation. At the discretion of the Planning Authority, subject to design and level of accommodation provided, there may be some relaxation in private open space and car parking standards for this type of proposal. 12.3.7.6 Backland Development Backland residential development usually involves the establishment of a new single dwelling, and a building line to the rear of an existing line of houses. Residential development within the boundary of larger detached houses does not constitute backland development and will not be assessed as such. Where the Planning Authority accepts the general principle of backland residential development to the rear of smaller, more confined sites, within the existing built-up area, the following standards will apply: M Generally, be single storey in height to avoid overlooking. M Appropriate scale relative to the existing dwelling and of high quality of design. M Adequate vehicular access of a lane width of 3.7 metres must be provided to the proposed dwelling (3.1 metres at pinch points) to allow easy passage of large vehicles such as fire tenders or refuse collection vehicles. M A wider entrance may be required to a backland development to or from a narrow laneway. M Existing dwelling and proposed dwellings shall have minimum individual private open spaces - exclusive of parking - of 48 sq.m. each for one/ two bedroom units, or 60 sq.m. plus for three/ four or more bedroom units. M Proposed single storey backland dwelling shall be located not less than 15 metres from the rear façade of the existing dwelling, and with a minimum rear garden depth of 7 metres. M Proposed two storey backland dwellings shall be located not less than 22 metres from the rear façade of the existing dwelling where windows of habitable first floor rooms directly face each other. Proposed two-storey backland dwellings should have a minimum rear garden depth for the proposed dwelling of 11 metres. M A relaxation in rear garden length, may be acceptable, once sufficient open space provided to serve the proposed dwelling and the applicant can demonstrate that the proposed backland dwelling will not impact negatively on adjoining residential amenity. Where there is potential to provide backland development at more than one site/property in a particular area, the Planning Authority will seek to encourage the amalgamation of adjoining sites/properties in order to provide for a more comprehensive backland development, this should be discussed at pre-planning stage. Piecemeal backland development with multiple vehicular access points will not be encouraged. 12.3.7.7 Infill In accordance with Policy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock – Adaptation, infill development will be encouraged within the County. New infill development shall respect the height and massing of existing residential units. Infill development shall retain the physical character of the area including features such as boundary walls, pillars, gates/ gateways, trees, landscaping, and fencing or railings. This shall particularly apply to those areas that exemplify Victorian era to early-mid 20th century suburban ‘Garden City’ planned settings and estates that do not otherwise benefit from ACA status or similar. (Refer also to Section 12.3.7.5 corner/side garden sites for development parameters, Policy Objectives HER20 and HER21 in Chapter 11). 246dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
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- 12.3.7.8 ‘Living-Over-The-Shop’ In encouraging the residential use of the upper floors of commercial properties in established retail/commercial areas the Council will consider possible dispensations from normal standards to facilitate ‘Living-Over-The-Shop’ developments, that will contribute positively to the renewal of areas provided any proposed modifications will not have a negative impact on visual amenities or the existing streetscape. The Planning Authority will encourage ‘living over the shop’, subject to suitability of location, standard of accommodation proposed, and the following should be noted in this regard: M Derogations for older commercial buildings in appropriate cases may be given in respect of private open space, parking, and unit size standards. M Derogations for car parking may be allowed having regard to parking policy. 12.3.7.9 Mews Lane Development The principle of mews development will generally be acceptable when located on a lane that: M Is already developed to such an extent that further development would have to be regarded as infill. M Is already adequately serviced and surfaced from the site to the public road, with a suitable underlying base to cater for the expected traffic volumes. M Has a legally acceptable agreement between owners or interested parties who intend to bring the laneway to standards and conditions - particularly in terms of services, road surfacing and public lighting - suitable to be taken-incharge by the Council. The onus will be on the applicant(s) to demonstrate that they have a consensus of owners or interested parties. Modern Extension Shankill 248dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- M Where the Council is likely to be able to provide services and where owners can be levied to allow the Council to service the sites. M Has been identified as being suitable for such development on the County Development Plan Maps or within a Local Area Plan. The principle of mews development on a particular laneway will not generally be accepted where: M The length of all or most of the adjoining rear gardens on the side of the lane concerned is less than 25 metres or M Where, particularly in a commercial area, the lane is likely to be required by the frontage buildings for access or the area adjoining the lane is required for expansion. Where the Planning Authority accepts the principle of residential development on a particular laneway, the following standards will generally apply: M Development will be confined to single units in one or two storeys of modest size and the separation distance between the rear façade of the existing main structure (onto the front road) and the rear mews structure should normally be a minimum of 20 metres and not less than 15 metres, or not less than 22 metres where first floor windows of habitable rooms directly face each other. M Setting back of dwellings and boundary walls may be required dependant on existing building lines, lane width, character and parking/access. M Dwellings and boundary walls may be required to reflect the scale, height, materials and finish of existing walls and buildings, particularly where old coach houses and two storey structures are involved. M All parking provision in mews laneways should be in off-street garages, integral garages (car ports), forecourts or courtyards, and conditions to ‘de-exempt’ garage conversions will normally be attached. At least one off-street parking space per dwelling will generally be required. Where two spaces can be reasonably accommodated these should be provided. Part set-backs of frontage for on-street parallel parking may be considered depending on lane width and structure types. M Each dwelling shall generally have a private open space area of not less than circa 48 sq.m. exclusive of car parking area. A financial contribution in lieu of public open space provision may be required. M Where dwellings are permitted on both sides of a lane, habitable room windows must be set out to minimise direct overlooking of each other where less than 9 metres apart. M Vehicular entrance widths shall be a minimum but sufficient to provide for proper vehicular turning movements allowing for laneway width and for pedestrian visibility. Minimum lane width requirements are: M Up to 6 dwellings: Adequate vehicular access of a lane width of circa 3.7 metres must be provided to the proposed dwellings - 3.1 metres at pinch points – to allow easy passage of large vehicles such as fire tenders or refuse collection vehicles. M Up to 20 dwellings: Width of 4.8 metres subject to a maximum length of 300 metres. Short lengths of narrow width may be acceptable where there will be no frontage access to those lengths. All mews laneways will be considered to be shared surfaces and footpaths need not necessarily be provided. If external street/security lighting is warranted, only a minimal level and wall-mounted type(s) may need to be provided. Opportunities should be undertaken to improve permeability and connectivity to and from the development as part of the Development Management process. Each proposed mews lane unit will be assessed having regard to site specific conditions. Reduced standards from the above may be acceptable, particularly in cases of conversion of existing two storey structures in sound condition and of particular architectural and/or townscape value. Applications should clearly state the requirements and method statement for bin storage and collection, car parking, access and similar details. 12.3.7.10 Institutional Lands Where no demand for an alternative institutional use is evident or foreseen, the Council may permit alternative uses subject to the area’s zoning objectives and the open character of the lands being retained. There are still a number of large institutions in the established suburbs of the County which may be subject to redevelopment pressures in the coming years. The principal aims of any eventual redevelopment of these lands will be to achieve a sustainable amount of development while ensuring the essential setting of the lands and the integrity of the main buildings are retained. In order to promote a high standard of development a comprehensive Masterplan should accompany a planning application for institutional sites. Such a Masterplan must adequately take account of the built heritage and natural assets of a site and established recreational use patterns. Public access to all or some of the lands may be required. Every planning application lodged on institutional lands shall clearly demonstrate how they conform with 249Development ManagementChapter 12
- the agreed Masterplan for the overall site. Should any proposed development deviate from the agreed Masterplan then a revised Masterplan shall be agreed with the Planning Authority. A minimum public open space provision of 25% of the total site area will be required on Institutional Lands. This provision must be sufficient to maintain the open character of the site - with development proposals built around existing features and layout, particularly by reference to retention of trees, boundary walls and other features as considered necessary by the Council. 12.3.7.11 Student Accommodation All proposals for student accommodation should comply with the Department of Education and Science Guidelines on Residential Development for Third Level Students (1999), the subsequent supplementary document (2005), the provision of the ‘National Student Accommodation Strategy’ (2017), circular PL8/2016, and circular NRUP/05/2021. The Council will support the provision of on-campus accommodation and purpose built-professionally managed student accommodation off-campus at suitable locations. When dealing with planning applications for such developments a number of criteria will be taken into account including: M The location of student accommodation should follow the following hierarchy of priority: N On campus N Within 1km distance from the boundary of a Third Level Institute N More than 1km from a Third Level Institute and within close proximity to high quality public transport corridors (DART, N11 and Luas), cycle and pedestrian routes and green routes. In all cases such facilities will be resisted in remote locations at a remove from urban areas. M The potential impact on residential amenities. Full cognisance will be taken of the need to protect existing residential amenities particularly in applications for larger scale student accommodation, and such accommodation will not be permitted where it would have a detrimental effect. M The level and quality of on-site facilities, including storage facilities, waste management, covered cycle parking and associated showers and locker, leisure facilities, car parking and amenity. M The architectural quality of the design and also the external layout, with respect to materials, scale, height and relationship to adjacent structures. Internal layouts should take cognisance of the need for flexibility for future possible changes of use. M The number of existing similar facilities in the area (applicable only to off-campus accommodation). In assessing a proposal for student accommodation, the Planning Authority will take cognisance of the amount of student accommodation which exists in the locality and will resist the over-concentration of such schemes in any one area in the interests of sustainable development and residential amenity. In considering planning applications for change of use of existing student accommodation either on a temporary or permanent basis, the planning authority must be satisfied that there are compelling grounds to grant permission for any such proposed change of use, while demand for student accommodation remains high. The onus must be on any applicant for change of use from existing purpose-built student accommodation to demonstrate that there is no longer a need for such use in the area in question. Otherwise, student accommodation should be retained, where appropriate. 12.3.8 Housing for All 12.3.8.1 Age Friendly Housing Having regard to the current and future demographic conditions and the ageing demographic of the County, it is an objective of the of DLR to promote an age friendly approach by ensuring that both existing and proposed residential developments are future proofed for an ageing population. In accordance with the principles of the Policy Statement ‘Housing Options for Our Ageing Population’ 2019, the Planning Authority will advocate age-friendly thinking with respect to new developments in the County in particular at pre-planning stage. Developers should consider an Age-friendly approach, with facilities and materials inclusive of an age-friendly community/society in line with the above guidelines. 12.3.8.2 Nursing Homes / Assisted Living Accommodation When dealing with planning applications for such developments a number of criteria will be taken into account including: M Such facilities will be resisted in remote locations at a remove from urban areas. They should be located into established neighbourhoods / residential areas well served by community infrastructure, and amenities. Future residents should expect reasonable access to local services such as shops and community facilities. 250dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
- M The potential impact on residential amenities of adjoining properties. M Nursing Homes/Assisted Living Accommodation will provide at least 20% open space of the overall site area (Refer also to Section 12.8) M Adequate provision of parking facilities (Refer also to Section 12.4.5). M The design, proposed pallet of materials, and fenestration. M The size and scale of the proposal must be appropriate to the area. M Proximity of high quality public transport links and provision of good footpath links. Individual dwelling units within established residential areas may also be considered under the provisions of infill/garden site development (Refer also to Section 12.3.7.7) particularly, where there is insufficient land availability for larger housing/ nursing home development, and there is a need to provide alternative accommodation for older people wanting to downsize but remain within their community. 12.3.9 Demolition and Replacement Dwellings The Planning Authority has a preference for and will promote the deep retro-fit of structurally sound, habitable dwellings in good condition as opposed to demolition and replacement unless a strong justification in respect of the latter has been put forward by the applicant. (See Policy Objective CA6: Retrofit and Reuse of Buildings and Policy Objective PHP19: Existing Housing Stock - Adaptation) Demolition of an existing house in single occupancy and replacement with multiple new build units will not be considered on the grounds of replacement numbers only but will be weighed against other factors. Better alternatives to comprehensive demolition of, for example, a distinctive detached dwelling and its landscaped gardens, may be to construct structures around the established dwelling and seek to retain characteristic site elements. The Planning Authority will assess single replacement dwellings within an urban area on a case by case basis and may only permit such developments where the existing dwelling is uninhabitable. Applications for replacement dwellings shall also have regard to Policy Objectives HER20 and HER21in Chapter 11. In this regard, the retention and reuse of an existing structure will be preferable to replacing a dwelling, and the planning authority will encourage the retention of exemplar nineteenth and twentieth century dwellings on sites in excess of 0.4 hectares. Applications for replacement dwelling within the rural area will be assessed under the provision of Section 12.3.10.4. Tivway, Sandyford, courtesy of Henry J Lyons Architects. 251Development ManagementChapter 12
- 12.3.10 One-Off Housing in the Countryside The Council’s policy position in respect of the management of ‘one-off’ housing in the rural and green belt areas of the County is clearly set out under Policy Objectives PHP23 and PHP24. The Council generally seeks to protect the rural and open character of the countryside and foster sustainable development. In pursuance of these objectives the Council’s position in relation to ‘one-off’ houses is essentially restrictive and precautionary. In addition to the specific requirements set out in Policy Objective PHP23 in response to the varying degrees of protection afforded to the different rural zonings, and under the provisions of Circular SP5/08 and subsequent Circular PL 2/2017, applications received for one-off dwellings in lands zoned objective ‘B’ or ‘G’ will be assessed having regard to: M The applicant’s full-time employment or their commitment to operate a full-time business from their proposed home in a rural area (to discourage commuting to towns and cities). M How their existing or proposed business contributes to and enhance the rural community. M The nature of an applicant’s employment or business being compatible with rural areas (in order to discourage applicants whose business is not location dependant e.g. telesales or telemarketing). The Planning Authority has had regard to circular PL2/2017 in formulating the Policy Objective contained in PHP23 and the requirements set out above. This Plan may require to be varied in respect of policy on rural housing in the event that new Section 28 Guidelines are issued. In all cases, the applicant shall submit the following details with Planning Applications for residential development within a rural area: M A map showing all existing family owned property and lands. M A rationale as to why a particular site has been chosen for development. M A strong justification in relation to the need for an additional dwelling in the rural area. M A rationale clearly detailing why a family flat is not a suitable alternative. M Documentary evidence to show how the applicant complies with rural housing policy. M A site suitability report in relation to waste water treatment. 12.3.10.1 Suitable Sites The suitability of a rural site for any development will be evaluated according to the following criteria: M The landscape must be suitable to accommodate the proposed development. M Acceptable visual impact of the development in relation the surrounding countryside and dwellings / structures / features in the vicinity. M The site must be capable of accommodating all proposed structures together with the required water supply (borehole) and treatment system (as required) and wastewater treatment system. M No other adverse impact on the environment. M Satisfactory capacity of the access road/lane serving the proposed site. M Adequate car parking and manoeuvring space on site and suitable vehicular access. M Satisfactory screening/shelter. M Protection of residential amenity where appropriate. M Satisfactory relationship to any nearby dwelling. M The adequacy of infrastructure to serve the proposed development. M No adverse impact on heritage items, European sites and/or protected areas. M Ecological Impact. 12.3.10.2 Design The Planning Authority will endeavour to produce an up to date rural design guide over the lifetime of this Plan and may do so as part of any new Glencullen Local Area Plan. Until such time as a full guidance document has been produced, all applications for rural dwellings and extensions should have regard to the guidance provided below. Suburban-type and/or ribbon development is not acceptable in rural areas. The Planning Authority will generally require new dwellings to be set well back from the road. The building line will be determined by local topography and existing and natural features. The traditional field pattern should be preserved, and roadside and field boundary hedges retained and/ or reinstated. There will generally be an emphasis on retaining existing roadside and other boundaries, and any other attractive natural/manmade features that are characteristic of the site or surroundings. A native tree planting scheme will generally be required in order to enhance rural amenity. Access roads and driveways should respect site contours. Recessed gateways should be constructed in local materials and in a style indigenous to the area. 252dlrcoco | County Development Plan 2022-2028
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