Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to insufficient technical information regarding wastewater treatment, potential impacts on protected European sites, and safety concerns regarding interference with the Western Rail Corridor.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide adequate technical details to demonstrate that the onsite wastewater treatment system complies with Policy Objective WW6, rendering the development prejudicial to public health.
- In the absence of satisfactory wastewater and surface water disposal information, the Planning Authority could not screen out likely significant effects on the Lough Corrib SAC, contravening environmental protection objectives.
- The proposed development and reconstructed boundary treatment encroach upon the Western Rail Corridor's safety clearance zone, contravening Policy Objective PT7 and endangering public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective WW6Policy Objective PT7Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3DM Standard 6DM Standard 38DM Standard 50
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for a 33.53sqm domestic garage and the upgrading of a septic tank to an onsite wastewater treatment system at Cloonrane, Ballindine, Co. Galway. The site is located on a restricted 0.078ha plot adjacent to an active rail line. Galway County Council refused the proposal because the applicant provided insufficient information to prove the wastewater system was technically viable or safe for public health. Additionally, the development was found to interfer...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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