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for the renovation and extension of existing derelict dwelling house, (2) on-site wastewater treatment system along with all ancillary works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal failed to demonstrate that the existing structure was a former dwelling or structurally sound for renovation, failed to substantiate a local rural housing need in a high-pressure area, and lacked necessary ecological surveys and legal interest for site access and services.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to provide evidence that the derelict structure was historically a dwelling or a structural report confirming it could be renovated without compromising its character, thus contravening Policy Objective RH 7.
  • The site is located within the Galway County Transport Planning Strategy (GCTPS) area, and the applicant failed to substantiate a specific local rural housing need as required by Policy Objectives RC 2, RH 2, and DM Standard 7.
  • Significant technical and environmental deficiencies were identified, including the absence of a comprehensive bat survey and a lack of demonstrated legal interest to access the site and connect to water services across third-party lands.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RH 7Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective RH 12Policy Objective AH 5Policy Objective AH 6Policy Objective FL 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective GA 7Policy Objective TWHS 1Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective FL 3Policy Objective WW 4Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 7Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 2Policy Objective NHB 9DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 30DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 67

Decision Document Summary

Maurice Mitchell sought planning permission to renovate and extend a derelict structure and install a wastewater treatment system at Carrowkeel, Kiltullagh, Co. Galway. The site is located in a rural area under strong urban influence within the GCTPS. The Planning Authority refused the application because the structure appeared to be an outbuilding rather than a former dwelling, no structural report was provided, and no local housing need was established. Furthermore, the application lacked a ne...
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