Single-storey home extension at 24 Moneyneany Road, Draperstown

“LA09/2026/0293/F ACKN Development Management Officer Report Committee Application Summary Committee Meeting Date: September 2026 Item Number: Application ID: LA09/2026/0293/F Target Date: July 2026 Proposal: Single storey extension to the side of existing dwelling with new front porch to create additional living space on ground floor. New fenestration of new lounge to side and rear elevation. Location: Moneyneany Road Draperstown…”

“…hedging continues to the south and west with the rear of the garage defined by a plastered wall. The site is within a residential area with agricultural fields located beyond the west of the site outside the settlement development limits. Description of Proposal This is a full application for Single storey extension to the side of existing dwelling with new front porch to create additional living space on ground floor.”

“Figure 1 – Orthophotography showing dwelling subject to application and foundations for further dwelling from 22/9/2018 The 4 dwellings under H/2006/0947/F were approved with a ridge height of 7m. The house type was a storey and a half 3-bedroom detached house with rough cast render to the external walls with concrete roof tiles.”

“…dwelling under H/2006/0947/F. This dwelling had windows on the storey above so it could be argued there would be a greater loss of amenity if the dwelling were built opposed to the extension. The proposed extension is sited within the curtilage of no. 24 where the red line of the proposed site has been used as curtilage of the property in excess of 5 years.”

“An objection was received with the main points of concern relating to; -Eye sore -Block sunlight -Block view -Other buildings on site have resulted in build-up in small area -Change the character of the area -Proximity to neighbours houses These points have been discussed within the policy context, and the extension would have a lesser impact than the approved storey and a half dwelling.”

“…planning perspective. Additional information A Habitats Regulations Assessment (HRA) was conducted to determine any potential impact this proposal may have on Special Protection Areas, Special Areas of Conservation and Ramsar sites. This was assessed in accordance with the requirements of Regulation 43 (1) of the Conservation (Natural Habitats, etc) Regulations (Northern Ireland) 1995 (as amended).”

“Condition 2 The extension hereby permitted shall not be occupied at any time other than for the purposes ancillary to the residential use of the dwelling known as 24 Moneyneany Road, Draperstown. Reason: To prevent the creation of additional dwelling units. Signature(s): Ellen Gilbert Date: August 2026”

“Members considered previously circulated report on planning application LA09/2026/0293/F which had a recommendation for approval.”

“Resolved That planning application LA09/2026/0293/F be approved subject to conditions as per the officer’s report.”