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to renovate and extend an existing derelict cottage and outbuilding to include kitchen, living, utility areas, bathrooms, bedrooms, a detached shed, and all associated site works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to its excessive scale and visually intrusive design within a sensitive Class 4 Iconic Landscape, failure to justify the renovation of a derelict structure under Policy RH7, and inadequate wastewater treatment arrangements which pose risks to public health and the integrity of nearby Natura 2000 sites.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed extension and garage are considered excessive in scale and massing for the restricted site, resulting in a visually intrusive development that fails to respect the character of the Class 4 Iconic Landscape and contravenes rural design guidelines.
  • The applicant failed to provide a structural report to justify the renovation under Policy RH7 and did not demonstrate that the existing wastewater treatment system is adequate to serve the enlarged dwelling without risking public health or the integrity of the Lough Corrib SAC and SPA.
  • The development lacks necessary technical details regarding surface water disposal and justification for the large-scale garage, leading to non-compliance with multiple Development Management standards regarding domestic garages and site services.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RH 7Policy Objective RH 9DM Standard 4DM Standard 6DM Standard 9DM Standard 38Objective WW6Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 50

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission to renovate and significantly extend a 40sqm derelict cottage and outbuilding at Porridgetown East, Oughterard, to include a 164sqm extension and a 92sqm detached garage. The site is located within a highly sensitive Class 4 Iconic Landscape near Lough Corrib. Galway County Council refused the application on five grounds, primarily citing the excessive scale and inappropriate design which would be visually intrusive in the rural landscape. Furthermore, the plan...
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