211845

for demolition of existing ruinous cottage, construction of new dwelling house, garage, new septic tank/treatment plant with percolation area and all associated site works. This application is accompanied by A Natura Impact Statement and Construction Environmental Management Plan. Gross floor space of proposed works: 261 sqm.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the integrity of protected European sites (SAC/SPA) and significant negative visual impacts on a sensitive coastal landscape.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not adversely affect the integrity of the Galway Bay Complex SAC and Inner Galway Bay SPA, citing deficiencies in the Natura Impact Statement and wastewater management.
  • The proposed dwelling, by virtue of its scale, mass, and elevated coastal siting, would fail to integrate into the sensitive Class 3 and 4 landscape, detracting from the visual amenity and character of the rural environment.
  • The development would materially contravene several objectives of the Galway County Development Plan 2015-2021, including those related to natural heritage, landscape conservation, and rural housing design standards.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Section 3.7Section 3.8Section 3.9Objective RHO 1Objective RHO 3Objective RHO 9Objective NHB 1Objective DS 6Objective AFF 5Objective LCM 1Objective LCM 2DM Standard 6DM Standard 7DM Standard 40

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for the demolition of a ruinous cottage and the construction of a new dwelling, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Ballynamanagh, Craughwell, Co. Galway. The site is located in a sensitive coastal area within or adjacent to the Galway Bay Complex SAC and Inner Galway Bay SPA, and is characterized as a Class 3 and 4 landscape. Galway County Council refused permission primarily because the applicant failed to demonstrate that the project would not negativ...
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