Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused primarily because it would consolidate and intensify significant existing unauthorised development on the site, including commercial activities and multiple unauthorised road entrances, while failing to provide adequate environmental and traffic safety information.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would perpetuate and intensify existing unauthorised works on site, including an unauthorised garage, farm buildings, and commercial use of the farmyard, which is contrary to proper planning.
- The absence of satisfactory information regarding surface water management and wastewater treatment systems poses an unacceptable risk to public health and groundwater quality.
- The multiplicity of unauthorised site entrances onto the R-328 regional road creates a traffic hazard and endangers public safety by interfering with the safe and free flow of traffic.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
Tony & Bridie Heverin applied for permission to construct an agricultural shed and for retention of a domestic garage/store at Kippaunagh, Clonbern, Co. Galway. The 1.25 ha site is located in a rural area and contains existing residential and farmyard structures. Galway County Council refused the application on the grounds that the site is subject to extensive unauthorised development, including commercial activities and multiple illegal road access points. The Planning Authority determined that...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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