Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the Kingstown Bay SAC, inadequate traffic sightlines at the site entrance, and the negative visual impact of the dwelling on an elevated, sensitive landscape.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development lacks a Natura Impact Statement (NIS) and may have significant adverse effects on the Kingstown Bay SAC, contravening Objective NHB 1 of the County Development Plan.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate safe access with required 70-meter sightlines, meaning the development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety contrary to DM Standard 20.
- The dwelling's siting on an elevated and exposed site within a Class 4 Landscape would result in disorderly development and negatively impact the visual amenities of the coastal area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective RHO 3Objective NHB 1Objective DS 6DM Standard 40DM Standard 20LCM 1Section 9.10.1Section 9.11Section 13.3Section 13.4
Decision Document Summary
Joseph Berry sought permission for a 158.93sqm dwelling and sewerage treatment system at Coolacloy, Co. Galway, on an elevated site overlooking Kingstown Bay. The site is located in a sensitive Class 4 Landscape and is in close proximity to a designated Special Area of Conservation (SAC). Galway County Council refused the application because the proposal failed to address potential environmental impacts on the SAC via a Natura Impact Statement, lacked adequate traffic sightlines at the entrance,...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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