Core Refusal Reason
The proposed change of use to office space materially contravenes the 'I' industrial land use zoning objective as the specific business type does not qualify as a specialist or ancillary office use under the City Development Plan.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed web design and IT services do not qualify as 'specialist office-based industries' or 'ancillary offices' permitted under the industrial zoning.
- The proposal materially contravenes the 'I' industrial land use zoning objective intended to protect lands for enterprise and industry.
- General office uses are directed towards the city centre to maintain urban vibrancy and protect industrial lands from displacement by higher-value uses.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.2.5 Industrial I Land Use Zoning ObjectiveSection 6.3.6 Office SectorGalway City Council Development Plan 2023 – 2029
Decision Document Summary
BOS Creative & Digital Strategy Ltd. sought permission for a change of use from light industrial to office use at Unit N3, Oldenway Business Park, Monivea Road. The site is zoned 'I' for enterprise and industry under the Galway City Council Development Plan 2023-2029. The application was refused because the proposed office activities (web design and IT) do not meet the criteria for specialist or ancillary industrial uses, thus materially contravening the zoning objective and conflicting with pol...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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