Core Refusal Reason
Refusal of planning permission for a dwelling house and associated wastewater treatment system at a site in Gleann Chóchan, Recess, which required a Natura Impact Statement (NIS).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority has formally issued a decision to refuse permission for the proposed dwelling and wastewater treatment system under Planning Reference 24/61620.
- The application was accompanied by a Natura Impact Statement (NIS), indicating that the development was assessed for potential significant effects on protected European sites.
- Statutory bodies including the NPWS, An Taisce, and The Heritage Council were formally notified of the refusal, reflecting the environmental and heritage sensitivities of the Recess location.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This planning application (Ref: 24/61620) sought permission for a 211.28 sqm dwelling house, a wastewater treatment unit, and a polishing filter at Gleann Chóchan, Recess, Co. Galway. Due to the site's context, the proposal included a Natura Impact Statement (NIS) to address potential environmental impacts. Following an assessment, Galway County Council issued a decision to refuse the development on January 30, 2025. The refusal was subsequently communicated to various prescribed bodies responsi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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