Core Refusal Reason
The proposed two-storey extension was refused due to its inappropriate design, scale, and massing, which was considered out of character with the existing dwelling and detrimental to the visual amenities of the rural area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed extension, by virtue of its design, proportion, and overall massing, represents an overbearing and inappropriate form of development that is incongruous with the existing structure.
- The development would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area and fails to demonstrate a sensitive design that respects the form and character of the original dwelling house.
- Granting permission would materially contravene Policy Objective RH9 and DM Standard 4 of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028 and set an undesirable precedent for similar future development in the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RH 9DM Standard 4Policy Objective AH 5DM Standard 28Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective WR 1Section 4.6Section 4.6.1Section 15.2.4Section 15.3.1Section 15.6DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 47DM Standard 46DM Standard 68
Decision Document Summary
Declan Boland sought planning permission for a two-storey extension and modifications to an existing dwelling at Seanadh Mhóinín, An Spideal, Co. Galway. While the principle of an extension was considered acceptable and initial concerns regarding site access were resolved through the submission of further information, the Planning Authority ultimately refused the application. The refusal was primarily based on the scale and massing of the proposed works, which were deemed to be out of character ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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