Core Refusal Reason
The proposal constitutes overdevelopment of a restricted site in a rural area, lacking sufficient technical details regarding wastewater, parking, and the legal status of existing structures, while being contrary to rural development objectives.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development represents overdevelopment of a restricted 1,200m² site that encroaches on the public carriage way and is out of character with the rural pattern of development.
- There is a lack of technical justification and clarity regarding wastewater treatment (only one EPA assessment for two units), vehicular access, parking provision, and the extent of renovation works.
- The proposal would result in a suburban-style development in a rural area lacking services, contravening multiple County Development Plan objectives (RHO 9, LCM 1, LCM 2) and development management standards.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM Standard 7Objective RHO 9Objective LCM 1Objective LCM 2DM Standard 6
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought the alteration and refurbishment of two existing semi-detached houses at Colesgrove, Craughwell, Co. Galway, including the installation of two wastewater treatment systems. The site is located in a rural area approximately 4km from Craughwell. Galway County Council refused the application primarily because it was deemed overdevelopment of a restricted site that encroaches on the public road. Furthermore, the applicant failed to provide adequate technical documentation regardi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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