2261124

for: 1) demolition of existing derelict building, 2) construction of 11no. residential units (3no. 3 bedroom terraced dwellings, 4no. 2 bedroom apartments & 4no. 1 bedroom apartments), associated car parking & all associated site development works & services. Gross floor space of proposed works 856.7 sqm

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to significant road safety hazards regarding site access and sightlines, inadequate internal layout for parking and service vehicle turning, and the failure to demonstrate feasible connection to public water and wastewater infrastructure.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed vehicular access and insufficient sightlines onto the public regional road would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard and obstruction of road users.
  • In the absence of an up-to-date Letter of Feasibility from Uisce Éireann, the Planning Authority cannot confirm the development can be adequately serviced, posing a potential risk to public health.
  • The internal site layout is substandard due to inadequate parking arrangements, a lack of sufficient turning areas for emergency and refuse vehicles, and inconsistent provision for bin storage, which would be detrimental to the residential amenity of future occupants.

Cited Policies (CDP)

DM Standard 28DM Standard 33(a)DM Standard 2DM Standard 36DM Standard 67Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective UL1Policy Objective UL2DM Standard DM1DM Standard DM2

Decision Document Summary

The proposal sought the demolition of a derelict building and the construction of 11 residential units (3 houses and 8 apartments) on an infill site at Bishop Street, Tuam, Co. Galway. Although the site is located on appropriately zoned land within the town centre, the Planning Authority determined that the applicant failed to address critical technical requirements following a Further Information request. The application was refused because the proposed access arrangements were deemed unsafe, t...
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