Core Refusal Reason
The proposed two-storey extension would result in an adverse visual impact on a highly sensitive, open, and exposed coastal landscape designated as Class 5 'Unique' and situated within a Special Area of Conservation.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development is located on an open and exposed site within a Class 5 'Unique' rural landscape and the Slyne Head Peninsula Special Area of Conservation (SAC).
- The scale and design of the proposed two-storey extension would have a significant adverse impact on the visual amenities and character of this sensitive coastal landscape.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments in the area and would materially contravene the landscape conservation policies and objectives of the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy LCM1Objective RHO 9Objective LCM1Objective LCM2DM Standard 6
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a substantial 138sqm two-storey extension to an existing 68.7sqm dwelling at Doonloughan, Ballyconneely. The site is situated in a highly sensitive coastal area designated as Landscape Sensitivity Class 5 and within the Slyne Head Peninsula SAC. Galway County Council refused the application because the proposed development's scale and exposed location would negatively impact the unique landscape character and visual amenities of the area, contrary to specific ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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