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for the construction of a new dwelling house incorporating the existing stone structure of an original family dwelling along with the construction of a new wastewater treatment system and all associated site works. Gross floor area of works: 70.60 sqm(extension). This application is accompanied by a NIS

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to significant ecological concerns regarding a Special Area of Conservation (SAC), adverse visual impact on a sensitive coastal landscape, and technical deficiencies in wastewater and water supply proposals.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development is located within the Aughrusbeg Machair and Lake SAC, and the planning authority is not satisfied that it would not adversely affect the integrity of the European site, particularly regarding wet heath habitats.
  • The proposal would constitute an obtrusive feature in a Class 3 Special landscape with high sensitivity to change, lacking sufficient visual impact assessment and justification for the site selection.
  • Technical concerns regarding the suitability of the site for effluent disposal and the lack of evidence for a viable public water connection pose risks to public health and the environment.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective RH 4Policy Objective RH 9DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for a new dwelling house incorporating an existing stone structure and a new wastewater treatment system at Aughrus Beg, Cleggan, Co. Galway. The site is situated within a highly sensitive coastal landscape and a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Galway County Council refused the application on four main grounds: potential negative impacts on the SAC's conservation objectives due to the lack of a botanical survey; adverse visual impact on a 'Specia...
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