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to: (1) demolish existing rear single storey extension (2) partial demolition of existing derelict cottage (3) construct new front extension & front porch (4) construct new rear extension (5) refurbishment of existing derelict cottage (6) construct a new effluent treatment system (7) including all associated site works. Gross floor space of proposed works: 144.6 sqm. Gross floor space of any demolition: 47.2 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to traffic safety concerns arising from inadequate sightlines at the proposed vehicular entrance and a design that was deemed visually intrusive and unsympathetic to the character of the original cottage within a sensitive coastal landscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development fails to demonstrate that the required 120-meter sightlines can be achieved in both directions, posing a significant hazard to road users on the R374 regional road.
  • The scale and design of the proposed extensions fail to respect the modest character of the original cottage, resulting in a visually intrusive feature that cannot be appropriately assimilated into the Class 4 coastal landscape.
  • The proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area as it fails to comply with specific County Development Plan objectives (RHO 7 and RHO 9) regarding the renovation of derelict dwellings and rural design standards.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective RHO 7Objective RHO 9DM Standard 20DM Standard 40Policy NHB 1Objective DS 6Objective NHB 1Objective NHB 2Objective NHB 3Objective AFF 5Section 9.10.1Section 9.11Section 13.3Section 13.4

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the refurbishment and extension of a derelict cottage at Leteir Mealláin, Lettermullen, Co. Galway, including the installation of a new effluent treatment system. The site is situated in a sensitive Class 4 coastal landscape. Galway County Council refused the application because the proposed vehicular access lacked the necessary 120-meter sightlines required for safety on the R374 regional road. Furthermore, the planning authority concluded that the proposed d...
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