Core Refusal Reason
The retention of sheds was refused due to their excessive scale and discordant siting on a restricted site, which impinges on wastewater infrastructure and constitutes overdevelopment contrary to Policy Objective RH9.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The sheds are of an excessive scale (326m2) relative to the site size, resulting in overdevelopment and an obtrusive appearance that cannot be harmoniously assimilated into the landscape.
- The footprint of the sheds overlaps with the onsite wastewater percolation area, which is prejudicial to public health and represents haphazard and disorderly development.
- The proposal materially contravenes condition no. 5 of the parent planning permission (Ref: 00/411) and fails to comply with the design standards set out in Policy Objective RH9.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028Chapter 15 - Development Management StandardsDesign Guidelines for the Single Rural HousePolicy Objective RH9
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the retention of large sheds and modifications to a dwelling at Ballymoat, Tuam, on a site of approximately 0.45 acres. Galway County Council refused permission because the 326m2 sheds represent overdevelopment of a restricted site and their footprint interferes with the existing wastewater treatment infrastructure. Additionally, the development was found to be in breach of a condition from the original parent permission and contrary to the design guidelines and Policy Object...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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