2460997

for changes from previously approved permission (98/1026) on a revised site boundary, with changes to the building footprint and with other minor design changes. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 160.50 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal constitutes piecemeal development by seeking to establish an ancillary caretakers residence as an independent unit without providing dedicated, secure vehicular access, resulting in a traffic hazard and a discordant planning arrangement.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The retention of the building as an independent entity on a revised boundary is considered piecemeal development, as the structure was originally permitted only as an ancillary caretakers residence for the Connemara Walking & Cycling centre.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate a formalized and secure vehicular route of passage from the revised site boundary to the public road network, rendering the access arrangement substandard.
  • The proposed standalone arrangement creates a potential for traffic conflict with the existing commercial development, posing an undue risk of traffic hazard and representing a discordant layout contrary to proper planning.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 3 Placemaking, Regeneration & Urban LivingChapter 7 Infrastructure, Utilities and Environmental ProtectionChapter 8 Tourism and LandscapeChapter 10 Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green/Blue InfrastructureChapter 11 Community Development and Social InfrastructureChapter 12 Architectural, Archaeological and Cultural HeritageChapter 14 Climate Change, Energy and Renewable ResourcesChapter 15 - Development Management StandardsPolicy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 50

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought retention permission for a revised site boundary and footprint changes to a building at Westport Road, Clifden, with the intent of establishing it as an independent dwelling. The building was originally permitted under file 98/1026 as an ancillary caretakers residence for the Connemara Walking & Cycling centre. While the Planning Authority had no objection to the physical design amendments, the application was refused because the separation of the unit from the parent commer...
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