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to construct a domestic garage and to construct an extension to the existing alterations to the elevations of the existing dwelling house and increase the overall roof height of the existing dwelling house along with all associated service. Gross floor space of work to be retained: 51.9 sqm. Gross floor space of work to be demolished: 6.8 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to excessive scale and bulk constituting overdevelopment, significant traffic safety hazards arising from its proximity to a signalised junction, and a site boundary conflict with a previous planning application.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed extension and domestic garage are of an excessive scale and bulk that would result in overdevelopment of the site, negatively impacting the residential amenity of adjoining properties and the character of the area.
  • The development's entrance is located in dangerously close proximity to a signalised four-way intersection, leading to restricted sight distances and potential traffic hazards.
  • The submitted site layout plan contains a red line boundary conflict with a previous planning application (Ref. 22/1020), making the proposal technically invalid and contrary to proper planning.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM Standard 4Policy Objective UL 5Policy Objective UL 6DM Standard 6DM Standard 28DM Standard 33(a)TKT 6

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for a domestic garage, a rear extension, and alterations to an existing dwelling, including an increase in roof height, at Townparks, Tuam, Co. Galway. The site is located on the western outskirts of Tuam near a busy signalised junction. Galway County Council refused the application because the scale of the proposed works was deemed an overdevelopment that would harm the visual and residential amenities of the terrace. Additionally, the Roads Authority raised seri...
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