Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate the structural viability of the derelict building, a disproportionate extension design that overwhelms the original structure, and significant road safety concerns regarding sightlines at the site entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a structural report to prove the derelict structure is capable of being renovated, thus materially contravening Policy Objective RH 7 of the County Development Plan.
- The proposed extension is considered disproportionate and overbearing, failing to assimilate with the character of the original ruinous structure and violating DM Standard 4.
- The development poses a traffic hazard as the applicant failed to demonstrate adequate sight visibility splays at the junction with the L-12004 local road, contrary to DM Standards 28 and 30.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective UL2Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective RH 12Policy Objective RH 7Section 6.17Section 8.13Section 10.6Section 10.15Section 14.4Section 14.6Section 15.2.4Section 15.6Section 15.7.2Section 15.13.2DM Standard 4DM Standard 8DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 30DM Standard 38DM Standard 47DM Standard 46DM Standard 50DM Standard 68Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4
Decision Document Summary
Fenconn Developments Ltd sought permission for the renovation and significant extension of a ruinous dwelling house, including the demolition of an existing shed and installation of a wastewater treatment system at Bantrach, Baile Na hAbhainn, Co. Galway. The Planning Authority refused the application because the proposal failed to meet the criteria for derelict house renovation under Policy Objective RH 7, specifically lacking a structural report and presenting a design that overwhelmed the ori...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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