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Permission for development which consists of: I , Eoghain Ryan, intend to apply for permission for the following at no. 34 St Mary's Road, the removal of the existing front boundary wall, excavation/dig back of ground levels, and the construction of a new carport , together with all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would have significant adverse impacts on the character and special interest of the Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) by removing historic fabric and altering the unified streetscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The site is located within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) where policy requires the protection and enhancement of the area's character and special interest.
  • The removal of the front garden and boundary wall to facilitate car parking would result in a significant negative impact on the building and the intact, unified character of the streetscape.
  • The proposal is contrary to Policy 8.2 (points 1 and 3) of the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029, which mandates that developments within an ACA must respect and enhance its special interest.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy 8.2 (1 and 3)Section 8.3Fig 8.11Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for the removal of a front boundary wall, excavation of ground levels, and the construction of a new carport at 34 St Mary's Road, Galway. The property is part of a terrace of early 20th-century dwellings located within a designated Architectural Conservation Area (ACA) characterized by historic fabric and a unified streetscape. The local authority refused permission following a recommendation from the Conservation Officer, concluding that the works would cause si...
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