Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development relies on an existing unauthorized vehicular entrance that was not constructed in accordance with the previously granted planning permission (Ref. 992288), leading to an intensification of unauthorized development and a potential traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The existing site entrance was constructed in an alternative location to that authorized under Planning Reference 992288 and therefore constitutes unauthorized development.
- The proposed garage would rely upon and increase the use of this unauthorized access, resulting in an intensification of unauthorized development.
- In the absence of regularization of the existing entrance, the Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not constitute a traffic hazard and would be contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 4 – Rural Living and DevelopmentChapter 7 – Infrastructure, Utilities & Environmental ProtectionChapter 10 – Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green/Blue InfrastructureChapter 15 - Development Management StandardsPolicy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 50DM Standard 6 (Domestic Garages – Urban and Rural)DM Standard 8 (Site Selection and Design)
Decision Document Summary
Oliver McDonagh sought planning permission for the construction of a 60sqm private garage and associated site works at An Cheathrú Rua Thiar, An Cheathrú Rua, Co. Galway. The site contains an existing dwelling previously granted under Ref. 992288. While the design and scale of the garage were considered acceptable in terms of visual impact, the application was refused because the current site access was not built according to the original permitted plans and is deemed unauthorized. The Planning ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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