2660826

to construct new rear extension & new link section, partial demolition of existing cottage, upgrade & refurbishment of existing cottage, demolition of dilapidated shed, construct new effluent treatment system all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to significant traffic safety concerns regarding sightlines and access, the failure to demonstrate the structural viability of the derelict cottage, and inadequate details regarding wastewater infrastructure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard due to inadequate visibility splays and the lack of a formalised entrance arrangement onto the L-1101, contrary to DM Standard 28.
  • The applicant failed to provide a structural report to demonstrate that the derelict structure is capable of being brought back into habitable use, resulting in a material contravention of Policy Objective RH 7.
  • The application failed to adequately reference or provide sufficient technical details for wastewater infrastructure, which would constitute disorderly development and potential risk to public health, contrary to DM Standard 38.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RH 7Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NNR 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective WS 4Policy Objective WS 5Policy Objective WS 7Policy Objective WS 8Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 8Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective WM 2Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective PVSR 1DM Standard 4DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 37DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63DM Standard 67

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Deirdre O' Grady, sought permission for the extension, refurbishment, and partial demolition of a derelict cottage at Derryherbert, Renvyle, Co. Galway. The site is situated in a Class 3 landscape with a special sensitivity rating. Galway County Council refused the application primarily because the proposed access arrangements were deemed unsafe due to poor sightlines and the intensification of traffic on a narrow local road. Furthermore, the planning authority noted the absence o...
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