Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the integrity of nearby European Sites (Galway Bay Complex SAC), an inadequate local road network, and failure to demonstrate safe sightlines at the site entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority could not rule out significant adverse effects on the Galway Bay Complex SAC and other European sites within 15km, as no Natura Impact Statement was provided to address potential hydrological connections and habitat fragmentation.
- The local road network (LT-41015) is considered deficient in width and alignment to safely accommodate the traffic generated by a commercial dog park, posing a risk to public safety.
- The proposal fails to meet the criteria for rural enterprises under Policy Objective CD 1, specifically regarding environmental protection and the provision of safe site access with adequate sightlines.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective CD 1Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3DM Standard 17DM Standard 28DM Standard 50
Decision Document Summary
Jennifer Shaughnessy sought planning permission for a commercial dog park and associated works on a 1.12-hectare agricultural site at Rinville West, Oranmore. The site is located within a Special Landscape Sensitivity area and adjacent to the Galway Bay Complex SAC. Galway County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to provide a Natura Impact Statement to mitigate environmental risks, and the proposed access via the LT-41015 was deemed a traffic hazard due to the road's r...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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