Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development, by virtue of its design, height, and scale, fails to integrate with the existing streetscape and adjoining dwellings, negatively impacting the visual integrity of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed increase in roof height and change in style to accommodate a third storey is not in keeping with the design, height, and scale of the surrounding residential properties.
- The development fails to integrate successfully with the adjoining terrace and semi-detached dwellings, resulting in a negative impact on the visual integrity of the established streetscape.
- The proposal is contrary to the Galway City Development Plan 2023-2029, specifically policies requiring infill development to respect the prevailing pattern, form, and character of inner residential areas.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Zoning Objective RSection 3.8Policy 3.7Section 3.4Policy 11.3.1 (l)Section 11.4DM Standard 11.4.1DM Standard 11.4.2DM Standard 11.4.3DM Standard 11.4.4DM Standard 11.4.6DM Standard 11.10DM Standard 11.11DM Standard 11.12DM Standard 11.28DM Standard 11.32DM Standard 11.33Policy 2.2Policy 2.4Policy 3.1Policy 3.6Policy 4.2Policy 5.8Policy 9.1Policy 9.5
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for alterations to a previously approved extension at No. 5 Saint Helens Street, Galway City, specifically to remove the existing roof and replace it with a new roof structure providing additional habitable floor space. The site is located within an established City Centre Residential Area characterized by two-storey dwellings. Galway City Council refused the application on the grounds that the resulting three-storey structure would be out of scale and character w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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