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for demolition of the existing dwelling with attached garage including the extensions annexed to the rear of the house and the greenhouse. Planning Permission is also sought for the construction of a proposed two storey dwelling and a detached garage including proposed amendments to existing boundary walls, site services, landscaping & driveway

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed two-storey dwelling is considered visually intrusive and out of character with the existing pattern of development in the 'Beach Grove' estate, which consists predominantly of single-storey houses.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The design, height, and scale of the proposed two-storey dwelling are totally out of keeping with the adjoining single-storey and modest dormer houses in the established 'Beach Grove' development.
  • The proposal would result in a visually intrusive and incongruous built form that fails to integrate into the receiving landscape or respect the existing character and pattern of development in the area.
  • Granting permission would contravene material policy objectives of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028 and set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate forms of development in this location.

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Decision Document Summary

The applicants sought permission for the demolition of an existing single-storey dwelling and the construction of a new two-storey replacement dwelling and detached garage at Moneymore West, Oranmore, located within the long-established 'Beach Grove' housing development. While the Planning Authority had no objection in principle to the redevelopment of the site, the application was refused due to the proposed design's height and scale. The council determined that a two-storey structure would be ...
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