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Permission for development which consists of: for change of design of previously approved Planning Reference Number 23112. Changes include the alteration of layout and elevations plus the construction of a new third floor dormer extension with roof terrace and all associated site works.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the Lough Corrib SAC, a visually discordant design that fails to respect the local residential character, and insufficient information regarding flood risk and residential amenity.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The applicant failed to submit an Appropriate Assessment Screening or Natura Impact Statement, meaning the Planning Authority could not conclude that the development would not adversely affect the integrity of the nearby Lough Corrib SAC.
  • The proposed third-floor extension and roof terrace are considered visually discordant and overbearing, failing to complement the established architectural character and building heights of the Woodquay City Centre Residential Area.
  • The development represents overdevelopment of a restricted site and lacks a commensurate Flood Risk Assessment for its location in Flood Zone B, leading to unacceptable impacts on residential amenity and flood safety.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy 5.1Policy 5.2Policy 9.2Section 3.8Policy 3.7Policy 9.1Section 11.3.1 (c)Section 11.3.1 (d)Section 11.3.1 (l)DM Standard 11.4.2

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought permission for a change of design to a previously approved development at 20 Riverside, Woodquay, Galway, specifically adding a third-floor dormer extension and roof terrace to an existing two-storey dwelling. Located in a sensitive city-centre residential area adjacent to the River Corrib and within 20 metres of the Lough Corrib SAC, the application was refused by Galway City Council. The planning authority determined that the scale and design were unsympathetic to the local...
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