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Architectural Conservation Areas (ACAs)

An Architectural Conservation Area is described as a ‘place, area, group of structures, or townscape, taking account of building lines and heights, that is of special architectural, historical, archaeological, artistic, cultural, scientific, social or technical interest or that contributes to the appreciation of a Protected Structure, and whose character it is an objective of a development plan to preserve’. Within an ACA protection extends to the external appearance of structures and streetscapes. Works that would have a material effect on the special character of an ACA require planning permission, this includes works that are usually deemed as exempted development under Section 4 of the Planning & Development Act 2000 (as amended). Where new works are proposed within an ACA, the council shall seek to ensure they are cognisant of the special character of the area.

Architectural Conservation Areas in Cavan

  • Farnham Street ACA
  • Bridge Street ACA
  • Lurgan Quarter ACA (Virginia)
  • Lower Market Street, Cootehill ACA
  • Kingscourt ACA
  • Mullagh ACA
  • Redhills ACA
  • The Diamond ACA (Belturbet)
  • Bawnboy ACA
  • The Lawn ACA (Belturbet)
  • Dowra ACA
  • Blacklion ACA
  • Kilnaleck ACA
  • Mountnugent ACA
  • Bailieborough ACA
  • Butlersbridge ACA

A Statement of Character has been prepared for each of the ACAs in the County which identify the special character of each individual ACA. Each ACA boundary is outlined on the Development Plan maps that accompany this written statement. A full and comprehensive Statements of Character of each of the ACAs is in the Appendix 20 of this document.

In accordance with Part IV, Chapter 11, Section 81 of The Planning and Development Act 2000 (as amended) it is an objective of Cavan County Council to preserve the character of an Architectural Conservation Area (ACA). The aim of these policy/objectives is to protect and enhance the architectural character of the ACA and the settings of the buildings within the ACA to ensure that any changes complement the historic character of the area.

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                                          Farnham Street