Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to multiple technical and environmental deficiencies, including inadequate sightlines and legal access, lack of water supply details, and potential adverse impacts on the setting of a Protected Structure and archaeological heritage.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate safe access and legal right-of-way, as required sightlines at the private road junction were not proven and no wayleave was provided for the access route.
- Insufficient information was submitted regarding the water supply connection and the potential impact on the setting of the adjacent Protected Structure (St Benin’s Church) and the local landscape character.
- The proposal lacked a necessary archaeological impact assessment despite being located within the Zone of Influence of a recorded monument, potentially endangering archaeological heritage.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM Standard 30DM Standard 28DM Standard 37Policy Objective RH9DM Standard 8Policy Objective ARC 5Policy Objective ARC 10DM Standard 58DM Standard 11Policy Objective RH 3
Decision Document Summary
M. McHugh sought permission for a 190 sqm serviced dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Tonlegee, Kilbannon, Tuam. The site is located in a rural area near St Benin’s Church (a Protected Structure) and a recorded monument. Galway County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to demonstrate safe road access and legal interest in the private access road, provided no evidence of a viable water supply, and did not adequately address the potential negative impact...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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