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for 1. The construction of 27 no. dwelling houses comprising the following: "Block A - 2-storey terrace comprising - 3 no. 3-bed terraced units" Block A1 - 3-storey block comprising: - 2 no. 3-bed terraced units - 2 no. 1-bed single-level units - 2 no. duplex units" Block B - 2-storey block comprising: - 6 no. 2-bed single level units." Block C - 3-storey block comprising: - 6 no. 1-bed single level units - 6 no. 2-bed duplex units. 2. Provision of 49 no. car parking spaces, including 3 no. disabled spaces. 3. Provision of footpaths and pedestrian crossing. 4. The proposed development includes for all site development works, site landscaping and public service connections. The planning application is accompanied by Natura Impact Statement. Gross floor space of proposed works: 2,572 sqm
Core Refusal Reason
Potential significant negative impact on the Twelve Bens/Garraun Complex SAC due to inadequate surface water drainage treatment and contravention of County Development Plan environmental policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed surface water drainage system involves direct discharge into a watercourse feeding the Twelve Bens/Garraun Complex SAC without pre-treatment, posing a significant risk to the integrity and conservation objectives of a protected European site.
- The development would materially contravene Policy Objectives NHB1 and NHB2 of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028, which mandate the protection of natural heritage, biodiversity, and European sites.
- Significant uncertainty remains regarding the applicant's legal interest and ability to deliver necessary infrastructure, specifically regarding the ownership of lands required for the proposed footpath and accommodation works along the N59.