Core Refusal Reason
The applicant failed to demonstrate a rural-generated housing need in a sensitive landscape, coupled with significant technical concerns regarding wastewater treatment, road safety, and environmental impact.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant did not satisfactorily demonstrate a rural housing need or strong local links to the area as required for a Class 3 Landscape under the County Development Plan.
- The site's poor drainage and peaty subsoil mean safe onsite wastewater treatment cannot be guaranteed, creating risks to public health and the integrity of nearby Natura 2000 sites.
- The application lacked critical technical information regarding road safety sightlines, surface water management, and confirmed water supply connectivity.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RH 4DM Standard 7DM Standard 46Objective WW6DM Standard 38Policy Objective NBH1DM Standard 50Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 2DM Standard 8DM Standard 28Policy Objective WW11Policy Objective WS4DM Standard 36
Decision Document Summary
This application by Paul Duffy proposed a new dwelling and effluent treatment system at Aughrusmore, Clifden, situated in a high-sensitivity Class 3 coastal landscape. Galway County Council refused permission because the applicant failed to establish a genuine rural housing need for this specific location. Furthermore, the site was deemed unsuitable for wastewater disposal due to poor drainage, and the proposal was found to be deficient in technical details regarding road safety, water services,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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