Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the consolidation of unauthorized development, significant traffic safety risks on the N-65 national road, and potential adverse impacts on archaeological heritage and local biodiversity.
Inspector's Conclusion
- The proposed works would perpetuate and consolidate unauthorized development on-site, including structures with domestic-style features that lack justification for agricultural use.
- The development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard on the N-65 national road due to insufficient sight lines and increased agricultural vehicle movements in a 100km/h zone.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the proposal would not negatively impact the nearby recorded national monument (SMR: GA106-043--) or potential bat habitats associated with the adjacent watercourse and mature trees.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Inspector's Report Summary
The applicant sought permission for the restoration and reroofing of two structures for agricultural use at Hollyhill, Carrowroe, Co. Galway. The Planning Authority refused the proposal as it was considered to consolidate existing unauthorized development and lacked sufficient justification for the stated agricultural use. Additionally, the development posed a traffic hazard on the N-65 national road, failed to protect a nearby recorded national monument, and provided inadequate information rega...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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