Core Refusal Reason
The development facilitates an unauthorized subdivision of a single residential dwelling into multiple units, which is contrary to the established character of the area and fails to meet basic residential amenity and safety standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The retention of the extension would facilitate the unauthorized subdivision of the property into separate residential units, which is contrary to the Galway City Council Development Plan 2023-2029 and would set an unacceptable precedent for the area.
- The proposed layout fails to provide adequate natural light and ventilation to habitable rooms, specifically Bedroom No. 2, which is injurious to the residential amenity of occupants.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the extension complies with mandatory building and fire regulation requirements, making the development prejudicial to public health and safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.3.1Section 11.3.1 (e)
Decision Document Summary
The application sought retention permission for a rear extension to a semi-detached dwelling at 27 Bun Caise, Rahoon, Galway. The Planning Authority refused the proposal on the grounds that the extension's design effectively created a self-contained unit, facilitating an unauthorized subdivision of the property that conflicts with the residential character of the mature estate. Additionally, the development was found to provide substandard living conditions due to a lack of natural light in habi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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