2660939

for construction of proposed dwelling house, domestic garage/shed, proprietary treatment system & percolation area, and associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to excessive site engineering and topographical alteration, inadequate road safety and sightlines, the loss of significant natural boundaries, and insufficient information to exclude negative impacts on the local hydrological environment and the River Suck Callows SPA.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would necessitate excessive site regrading and topographical alteration, resulting in an overly engineered form of development that would adversely affect the rural character and visual amenities of the area.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that safe vehicular access and satisfactory sightlines could be achieved, and the required removal of established roadside hedgerows and trees would endanger public safety and harm local biodiversity.
  • Insufficient information was provided regarding the site's hydrological characteristics and wastewater disposal system, meaning that likely significant effects on the nearby River Suck Callows SPA could not be excluded.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RH 3Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NNR 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective TWHS 1Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective WS 4Policy Objective WS 5Policy Objective WS 7Policy Objective WS 8Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 8Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective WM 2Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective LCM 3DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 33aDM Standard 36DM Standard 37DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63DM Standard 67

Decision Document Summary

Bernie Naughton sought outline permission for a dwelling house, domestic garage, and proprietary treatment system at a greenfield agricultural site in Killeroran, Ballygar, Co. Galway. While the site is located in a structurally weak area where housing need is not required to be demonstrated, the Planning Authority refused the application due to the significant fall in levels across the site which would require excessive engineering works. Furthermore, the proposal failed to meet road safety sta...
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