Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site, where the cumulative scale of structures and proximity to boundaries would be discordant with the local character and negatively impact residential amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The cumulative scale of the proposed extension, existing dwelling, and shed on a restricted site curtilage constitutes overdevelopment that is out of character with the existing forms and pattern of development in the vicinity.
- The proximity of the development footprint to the site boundary and the pre-existing sub-optimal wastewater arrangement on site are contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- The proposed front extension is discordant with prevailing development and would set an undesirable precedent for similar future development, resulting in an adverse impact on the general amenity of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM Standard 4DM Standard 9Policy Objective LCM1Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 68
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Kathleen Kearns, sought permission for a 23.8sqm single-storey front extension and retention of a 13.9sqm rear sunroom at an existing dwelling in Tooreeny, Moycullen, Co. Galway. The site is a restricted 0.08-hectare plot already containing a dwelling and shed. Galway County Council refused the application, concluding that the proposal represents overdevelopment. The decision was based on the excessive cumulative scale of buildings on a small site, the proximity of the footprint t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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