Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance, which would create a traffic hazard, and the failure to provide an Appropriate Assessment screening report to rule out significant effects on the nearby Lough Corrib SAC.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to achieve the required 70m sightlines in both directions as per DM Standard 28, and the necessary roadside interventions would involve the removal of extensive natural stone walls, contrary to DM Standard 47.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic on the public road, thereby creating a potential traffic hazard for road users.
- In the absence of an Appropriate Assessment screening report, the Planning Authority cannot rule out likely significant effects on the integrity and conservation objectives of the Lough Corrib SAC, which is located in close proximity to the site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RH 2DM Standard 28DM Standard 47Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 50Chapter 4Chapter 7Chapter 10Chapter 15
Decision Document Summary
Marcin Furmaniak sought planning permission for a two-storey dwelling, garage, and effluent treatment system on a 0.310 ha greenfield site at Ower, Roscahill, Co. Galway. While the applicant successfully established a rural housing link under Policy Objective RH 2, the proposal was refused on technical and environmental grounds. Specifically, the proposed entrance failed to meet mandatory sightline requirements, and the necessary remedial works were deemed detrimental to the local character and ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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