Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to the unacceptable impact on a NIAH-listed thatched cottage, excessive scale of the extension, and failure to demonstrate safe traffic sightlines or adequate wastewater treatment capacity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed works involve irreversible interventions and the destruction of historic fabric on a thatched cottage recorded on the NIAH, while the extension's scale and massing fail to remain subordinate to the original dwelling.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that required sightlines can be achieved at the site entrance onto the N65 national road, which would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the condition and capacity of the existing septic tank and the design of the proposed garage, preventing a full evaluation of public health and development standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective UL 6Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective AH 1Policy Objective AH 3Policy Objective AH 6Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective LCM 1DM Standard 4DM Standard 6DM Standard 8DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 33(a)DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 50DM Standard 58DM Standard 67
Decision Document Summary
The application proposed the reroofing, energy upgrading, and two-story extension of an existing thatched cottage (NIAH Ref: 30410610) at Carrowroe, Co. Galway, along with entrance modifications and a new garage. Galway County Council refused permission because the development would negatively impact the architectural heritage of the site through irreversible interventions and an over-scaled extension that was not subordinate to the original structure. Furthermore, the application lacked critica...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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