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for: (a) demolition of existing rear extension to dwelling, (b) construction of a new two storey extension to rear of dwelling, (c) changes to front elevation and (d) all associated site services. Gross floor space of proposed works: 113.40 sqm. Gross floor space of any demolition: 13.42 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed two-storey extension constitutes overdevelopment of the site due to its excessive scale and bulk, which fails to assimilate with the existing dwelling and surrounding character, resulting in overshadowing and a significant loss of private open space.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed two-storey extension is considered an overdevelopment of the site due to its excessive scale and bulk, which is not subordinate to the original dwelling.
  • The development would result in a significant loss of private open space and cause overshadowing to neighboring properties, negatively impacting residential amenity.
  • The proposal is discordant with the prevailing character of the area and would set an undesirable precedent for similar inappropriate development, materially contravening DM Standard 4 and Policy Objective UL6 of the County Development Plan.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM Standard 4: House Extensions (Urban and Rural)Policy Objective UL 6: Extension to Residential UnitsChapter 8 – Tourism and LandscapeChapter 10 – Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green/Blue InfrastructureChapter 15 – Development Management StandardsDM Standard 11: LandscapingDM Standard 46: Compliance with Landscape Sensitivity DesignationsDM Standard 50: Environmental AssessmentsDM Standard 67: Sustainable Drainage Systems’ (SuDS)DM Standard 68: FloodingPolicy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1

Decision Document Summary

This planning application sought permission for the demolition of an existing rear extension and the construction of a new two-storey extension at No. 14 Mount Carmel Crescent, Loughrea, a brownfield site within a row of terraced houses. While the principle of development was acceptable under the 'Residential Existing' zoning, Galway County Council refused permission. The primary grounds for refusal were that the extension's excessive scale and massing constituted overdevelopment, failed to resp...
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