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for the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage, proprietary treatment system and percolation area and for all ancillary services and site works. A natura impact statement (NIS) has been prepared and will be submitted to the planning authority with this application. Gross floor space of proposed works:239 sqm (house) & 23 sqm (garage)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development was refused primarily due to inadequate sightlines at the site entrance, which would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The planning authority is not satisfied that the proposed site entrance onto the public road has sufficient sightlines to ensure the safety of road users.
  • The proposed development would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard and obstruction of road users.
  • The proposal is contrary to DM Standard 20 of the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021 and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 3.7Section 3.8Section 3.9Objective RHO 1DM Standard 20DM Standard 7Objective NHB 1Objective NHB 2Objective NHB 3Objective DS 6Objective AFF 5DM Standard 40

Decision Document Summary

The application by Yvonne Madden proposed the construction of a dwelling house, domestic garage, and proprietary treatment system on an agricultural site at Laughil, Gort, Co. Galway. Although the applicant was deemed to satisfy the rural housing need requirements of Objective RHO1 and the site was found suitable for effluent disposal, the proposal was refused on traffic safety grounds. Specifically, the development failed to demonstrate the required 70m sightlines at the entrance to the L-8512 ...
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