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lonnú 6 cinn d'aonaid chónaithe glampála réamhdhéanta le haghaich ligean ar cos ar feadh tréimhsi gearra, agus oibreacha suimhe eile a bhaineann leis an bhforbairt, ina meas: córas nua scagaithe uisce eisite ar an sufomh; di-choimisiúnú ar dhamhach séarachais atá ar an sufomh agus córas siothlaithe; gabhdán stórála; áit pháirceála do charanna agus rothair ar an sufomh; tirdhreachta agus soilsiu; athmhúnlú ar an mbealach isteach chuig an suiomh

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to significant infrastructural deficiencies regarding road access and pedestrian connectivity, the absence of a required business plan, and insufficient technical information to ensure environmental protection of the adjacent Special Area of Conservation (SAC).

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is located in a peripheral area lacking essential pedestrian connectivity, footpaths, and public lighting, making it contrary to sustainable tourism and mobility standards.
  • The existing private road network and the proposed junction with the public road (L-1206) are deficient in capacity, width, and sightlines, posing a significant risk to public safety.
  • The application failed to provide critical technical documentation, including a SuDS assessment, a detailed business plan, and adequate wastewater treatment details to prevent negative impacts on the Connemara Bog Complex SAC.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective GICT3DM standard 34DM standard 43DM Standard 28DM standard 30Policy Objective WW7DM standard 67Policy Objective TI1Policy Objective TI2Policy Objective WW6DM Standard 38Policy Objective RH17

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the installation of six prefabricated glamping pods and a new wastewater treatment system on a 0.559-hectare site in Carna, Conamara. While the project aimed to address tourism accommodation needs, Galway County Council refused the application on six grounds. The primary issues included the site's poor connectivity to the village, unsafe road access, and the lack of a robust business plan. Additionally, the Planning Authority was not satisfied that the propose...
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