The conversion of a vacant protected structure into a new housing development in Carrickmacross has been given the go-ahead.
The application, submitted by Clarlan limited, run by Seamus McEnaney, has been approved to convert Derryolam Glebe House into residential accommodation. Derryolam Glebe House was constructed around 1780 and was previously used as a rectory. An outbuilding, also subject of this application, was built in 1857 and was used as stables. The building was taken over in 1980 and was used as offices up until 2014, when it became vacant. The new development is seeking to convert the interior of Derryolam Glebe House into four two-bed apartments. The old outbuilding is set to be turned into two two-storey semi-detached three-bed houses. Separately, four two-storey four beds are also set to be constructed. A conservation report attached with the application concludes that the proposed developments are sympathetic to the building, adding that the house runs the risk of falling into disrepair if it is left there. Company Director, Seamus "Banty" McEnaney has also submitted a part five planning exemption.
This, if approved, would remove the requirement for a percentage of the buildings to be sectioned for social and affordable housing.
County planners granted the application with 20 conditions attached.
