Core Refusal Reason
The proposal represents an overdevelopment of a peripheral site characterized by an inappropriate layout, poor design, and a lack of essential infrastructure including safe pedestrian links, adequate drainage, and safe vehicular access.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development constitutes overdevelopment with a layout and design that fails to respect the character of the area and provides substandard private and public open space.
- The application lacks critical infrastructure, specifically a safe footpath connection to the village and demonstrated technical solutions for surface water disposal and public sewer connectivity.
- The proposed access and internal road layout are deficient in terms of visibility standards on the L1321 and the ability to safely accommodate turning movements for service and emergency vehicles.
Cited Policies (CDP)
GCMA4BMSP1PM8PM10UL2DM standard 2UL5GCTPS 4ILUTP 1WC1DM Standard 22DM standard 36WW7DM Standard 28DM Standards 31NNR 8
Decision Document Summary
The proposal involved the demolition of an existing nursing home and the construction of 12 detached houses at Truskey West, Barna, Co. Galway. The site is located in a semi-rural context approximately 0.63km from the town centre. Galway County Council refused permission because the scheme was considered an over-intensification of the site that would negatively impact the residential amenity of the area. Additionally, the refusal was based on significant technical deficiencies regarding pedestri...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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