Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development, in conjunction with existing structures, results in excessive site coverage and a significant reduction in private amenity space, failing to meet Development Plan standards.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The cumulative scale of the proposed extension and detached shed, alongside existing permitted developments, constitutes excessive site coverage for the 300 sq.m site.
- The development would significantly reduce and fragment the available private amenity open space, rendering the remaining garden area a non-functional space.
- The proposal fails to meet the qualitative and quantitative requirements for residential amenity space as set out in the Galway City Council Development Plan 2023-2029.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.3.1 (l)Section 11.3.1 (c)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a single-storey rear extension and a detached store at 24 Greenfields Road, Newcastle, Galway. Although the site is zoned for residential development, the planning authority found that the proposal, when combined with previous substantial extensions, would result in over-development of the site. The application was refused because the scale of the new structures would excessively reduce the private amenity open space and fragment the rear garden, thereby faili...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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