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of an existing single storey granny flat to the rear of an existing single storey dwelling [permitted under 20/1166] and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed retention of the granny flat fails to comply with DM Standard 5 of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028 due to its excessive scale, lack of demonstrated bona-fide need, and its detached, independent nature from the primary dwelling.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The structure's floor area of 122.52 sqm significantly exceeds the 75 sqm maximum threshold permitted for dependent relative accommodation under DM Standard 5.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a bona-fide need or justification for the unit and provided no documentary evidence to ensure the structure remains in the same ownership as the main dwelling.
  • The physical separation of approximately 30 meters from the main house, combined with independent parking and access, facilitates a fully independent residential use rather than an ancillary one.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 2: Core Strategy, Settlement Strategy and Housing StrategyChapter 7: Infrastructure, Utilities and Environmental ProtectionChapter 12: Architectural, Archaeological and Cultural HeritageChapter 14: Climate Change, Energy and Renewable ResourcesChapter 15: Development Management StandardsDM Standard 5: Dependent Relative Accommodation/Granny Flats (Urban and Rural)DM Standard 11: LandscapingDM Standard 36: Public Water Supply and Wastewater CollectionDM Standard 67: Sustainable Drainage SystemsBallinasloe Local Area Plan 2022-2028

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought retention permission for an existing single-storey granny flat located to the rear of a dwelling at Kilgarve, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. The Planning Authority refused the application primarily because the structure's scale (122.52 sqm) is significantly larger than the 75 sqm limit allowed for such developments, and its physical detachment and independent facilities indicate it is not ancillary to the main residence. Additionally, the lack of a demonstrated bona-fide need and ...
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