Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the site's location within a Coastal Flood Risk Area without a site-specific assessment, potential adverse impacts on nearby Natura 2000 sites, and the presence of existing unauthorised development on the site.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is located within a Coastal Flood Risk Area and the absence of a Site-Specific Flood Risk Assessment (SSFRA) means the Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not be at risk of flooding or exacerbate flooding elsewhere.
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the proposed development would not adversely affect the integrity of the Galway Bay Complex SAC and Inner Galway Bay SPA, as flood risk was not considered within the submitted Natura Impact Statement (NIS).
- The proposed development would perpetuate and intensify existing unauthorised development on-site, specifically a rear extension that exceeds exempted development limits and lacks planning history.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective WW 10DM Standard 4DM Standard 11DM Standard 47DM Standard 68Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective FL 3DM Standard 50
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for the reconstruction of a storm-damaged flat roof on a rear extension and essential repairs to an existing dwelling at Coast Road, Oranmore, Co. Galway. While the principle of residential development is established at this location, the site is highly constrained by its proximity to protected European sites and its position within a Coastal Flood Risk Area. Galway County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to provide a Site-Specific Flood...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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