Core Planning Reasoning
The Inspector recommended granting permission on the basis that the proposal constitutes a replacement of a fire-damaged dwelling, which is supported by Objective RH6 of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028, and is acceptable regarding design, residential amenity, and wastewater management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The demolition of the existing fire-damaged, ruinous dwelling is acceptable in principle as it is not a Protected Structure or a vernacular building.
- Under Objective RH6, the applicant is not required to establish a rural housing need for a replacement dwelling, and the project will improve the visual amenity of the suburban area.
- The proposed tertiary wastewater treatment system and relocated vehicular access are technically satisfactory and do not pose a risk to groundwater quality or traffic safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RH6 – Replacement DwellingDM Standard 26 - Access to National and Other Restricted RoadsMap 4.1 (Rural Housing Zone 1 GCTPS)Chapter 4 (Rural Living and Development)Appendix 4 (Landscape Character Type)Galway County Development Contribution Scheme 2016
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks permission for the demolition of a fire-damaged house and outbuilding in Kiltullagh, Co. Galway, and the construction of a new 127.40 sqm single-storey detached dwelling. The site is located in a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence' and adjacent to a regionally important aquifer. Despite third-party objections concerning privacy, encroachment, and the status of the applicant (Galway City Council), the Inspector found that the proposal adheres to the Galway County Devel...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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