Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to its failure to assimilate into a sensitive coastal landscape, potential adverse impacts on the Slyne Head Peninsula SAC, and lack of evidence regarding the planning status of existing site infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension fails to assimilate into the Class 3 Coastal Landscape, which has a 'Special' sensitivity rating, thereby interfering with the character and visual amenity of the rural environment.
- The planning authority is not satisfied that the development will not adversely affect the integrity of the Slyne Head Peninsula Special Area of Conservation (SAC) in light of its conservation objectives.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate the legal planning status of existing site developments, including the wastewater treatment system, meaning the proposal would perpetuate and intensify unauthorized development and potentially prejudice public health.
Cited Policies (CDP)
LCM 1LCM 2LCM 3DM Standard 4DM Standard 46NHB1NHB2NHB3
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a single-storey extension to an existing dwelling and the conversion of a farm shed into a garage/store at Strand Road, Ballyconneely. Galway County Council refused the application on three main grounds: the development's negative visual impact on a highly sensitive coastal landscape, the potential for adverse effects on the Slyne Head Peninsula SAC, and the failure to clarify the planning status of existing site infrastructure, which raised concerns regard...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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