Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to its negative impact on a sensitive coastal landscape, inadequate site drainage for wastewater treatment, and lack of demonstrated connection to public water services.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would result in a built form that fails to integrate into a sensitive Class 3 landscape, detracting from visual amenity and setting an undesirable precedent for haphazard backland development.
- The site's poor drainage characteristics, peaty substrates, and high water table mean safe disposal of domestic effluent cannot be guaranteed, posing a significant risk to public health and surface water quality.
- The applicant failed to provide evidence of consent for a public water connection and the proposal would contribute to an excessive concentration of private wastewater systems in an area already under environmental pressure.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a new house, garage, and wastewater treatment system on a greenfield site at An Caorán Beag, An Cheathrú Rua, located within a sensitive Class 3 coastal landscape. Galway County Council refused the application because the development would negatively impact the visual character of the scenic area and failed to meet technical standards for wastewater disposal due to poor site drainage and a high water table. Furthermore, the lack of confirmed public water supply...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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