Chimneypiece fitted in 1970s is now “an essential feature of a protected structure”
The 2001 Irish heritage laws are again being tested after a local council announced its intent to stop the sale of an 18th century fireplace on the grounds that – although not fitted in the property until the early 1970s – it is now an essential feature of the house.
The chimneypiece - an exceptional two-colour marble neoclassical mantel with period engraved brass D…