2460009

The demolition of the existing two storey guest house building and outbuildings and the construction of a new 3 storey over basement conference facility including provision of a retail space and café facility, and including the provision of office space and conference accommodation and including all associated connections to services and site works and the provision of solar panels at roof level, situated at the corner of Main Street and Manor Corner, Knock, Co. Mayo, F12 KN88 by Human Life International Ireland.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development was refused due to potential environmental impacts on the River Moy SAC, significant overshadowing of neighboring properties, and over-development of the site evidenced by excessive site coverage and lack of parking.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • Absence of an Appropriate Assessment (AA) screening report to rule out significant effects on the River Moy SAC (site code 002298).
  • The scale and design of the building would result in injurious overshadowing of adjoining residential properties.
  • The proposal constitutes over-development due to excessive site coverage (78%), lack of open space, and insufficient car parking provision.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028Section 5.5 ‘Site Coverage’ of Volume 2

Decision Document Summary

This application by Human Life International Ireland proposed the demolition of a guest house on Main Street, Knock, to construct a three-storey over basement conference facility with retail and cafe elements. Mayo County Council refused permission on the grounds that the applicant failed to demonstrate no adverse impact on the River Moy SAC, the building's scale would cause unacceptable overshadowing to neighbors, and the high site coverage combined with a lack of parking and open space represe...
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