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to (1) refurbish and extend semi ruinous dwelling (2) construct new single storey extension (3) install new effluent treatment system and polishing filter (4) new vehicular site entrance as well as all associated site works and site services. This planning application is accompanied by a NIS, as required by Article 239 of the Planning and Development Regulations, 2001 (as amended).Gross floor space of proposed works 94.00sqm.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal failed to demonstrate that it would not adversely affect the integrity of protected Natura 2000 sites, failed to meet rural housing need criteria for a sensitive landscape, and the existing structure was deemed too ruinous to qualify for renovation under development plan policies.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development poses a significant risk to the conservation objectives of the Inishbofin and Inishshark SAC and the Inishbofin, Omey Island and Turbot Island SPA, particularly regarding the Corncrake habitat and water quality.
  • The applicant failed to establish a genuine rural housing need for a new dwelling in a Class 3 Special Sensitivity landscape, as the existing ruinous structure did not meet the criteria for renovation under Policy Objective RH7.
  • The site is technically unsuitable for the proposed development due to restricted road sightlines and concerns regarding the safe disposal of domestic effluent in an area with a high water table and peaty subsoils.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NNR 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective WS 4Policy Objective WS 5Policy Objective WS 7Policy Objective WS 8Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 8Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective WM 2Policy Objective FL 2Policy Objective LCM 3DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 37DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63DM Standard 67Policy Objective RH 4Policy Objective RH 7Policy Objective RH 11Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 2

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission to refurbish and extend a semi-ruinous stone structure and install a new wastewater treatment system at Cloonamore, Inishbofin, Co. Galway. The site is located within a highly sensitive Class 3 landscape and overlaps with protected Natura 2000 sites (SAC and SPA). Galway County Council refused the application on multiple grounds, primarily because the project could not guarantee the protection of European sites and the applicant failed to demonstrate a site-specif...
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