Core Refusal Reason
The Planning Authority refused permission based on restricted entry visibility (DM Standard 28). However, the Inspector recommends granting permission, concluding that the demonstrated sightlines of 120m significantly exceed the 70m requirement for a 50km/h road speed limit, ensuring traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed sightlines of 120m at the site entrance exceed the 70m requirement stipulated in DM Standard 28, ensuring the development will not endanger public safety or create a traffic hazard.
- The site is technically suitable for the proposed secondary wastewater treatment system and polishing filter, which complies with the EPA Code of Practice 2021 and protects local groundwater quality.
- Given the scale and location of the project, it is concluded that the development will not have a likely significant effect on any European Site, including the Aughrushbeg Machair & Lake SAC, and a Stage 2 Appropriate Assessment is not required.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective WW 6DM Standard 28DM Standard 46Policy Objective RH4
Decision Document Summary
The applicant seeks permission for a single-storey dwelling house of 137sqm and a wastewater treatment system on a 0.379ha infill greenfield site at Aughrus More, Co. Galway. The site is located in an area of high landscape sensitivity along a Maritime Scenic Route. Galway County Council originally refused permission due to concerns that entry visibility did not comply with DM Standard 28. In his assessment, the Inspector found that the applicant demonstrated visibility lines (120m) far exceedin...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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