2561184

for the; a) Construction of a new football pitch. b) Construction of a new spectator stand with capacity for 200 people standing and 100 people seating. c) Construction of a new walking trail, carpark with 24 parking spaces and 2 disabled, and access road. d) Create a new exit onto the L-5247 road. e) Upgrade of the existing sewage treatment system & f) additional ancillary site works and services. The application is accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement(NIS)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to significant traffic safety hazards, substandard road access, and the presence of unauthorized structures on the site which the proposal would consolidate.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to restricted visibility splays, inadequate internal circulation, and a lack of auto-tracking analysis to demonstrate safe vehicular maneuverability.
  • The proposal fails to provide safe pedestrian infrastructure and relies on a substandard road network (L-5247) that lacks the necessary width and capacity to support increased car and bus traffic.
  • Granting permission would result in the consolidation and intensification of existing unauthorized development on the site, specifically three steeltech sheds and a shipping container.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM Standard 28DM Standard 33(a)Policy Objective NNR 2DM Standard 532022 – 2028 County Development Plan

Decision Document Summary

Cumann Lúthchleas Gael Carna proposed a sports complex at An Phlantation, featuring a new football pitch, a 300-capacity spectator stand, a walking trail, and associated parking and drainage works. Galway County Council refused the application on four grounds, primarily focusing on road safety and site history. The Planning Authority determined that the access arrangements and internal traffic flow were substandard, posing a risk to road users and pedestrians. Furthermore, the council noted that...
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