Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to the excessive scale, bulk, and visual complexity of the dwelling and the non-subordinate nature of the private store, which failed to integrate into the rural landscape and detracted from the area's visual amenity.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed dwelling is excessive in terms of scale, bulk, and visual complexity, incorporating competing architectural features and an overly elaborate form that prevents satisfactory assimilation into the rural landscape.
- The proposed garage/private store is substantial in scale and fails to appear sufficiently subordinate to the main dwelling, representing a breach of DM Standard 6.
- The applicant failed to provide adequately scaled drawings or sufficient technical justification for the demolition of the existing habitable dwelling, leading to a conclusion that the proposal is contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH 3RH 6RH 9RH 11DM Standard 1DM Standard 6DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 28DM Standard 37DM Standard 50DM Standard 62DM Standard 63Appendix V
Decision Document Summary
Morgan & Breeda Maguire sought permission to demolish an existing dwelling and construct a new 427.02 sq m private house with a 102.24 sq m private store and wastewater treatment system at Loughbown, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. While the site is located in a 'Structurally Weak Area' (RH-3) where rural housing need is not a requirement, the Planning Authority raised significant concerns regarding the design and siting of the replacement dwelling on a greenfield portion of the site. Following a reque...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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