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to construct a new dwelling ,septic tank, treatment system and percolation area and all associated services. Gross floor space of proposed works in 208.60 sq m.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to a haphazard site layout and internal driveway configuration that fails to integrate with the landscape, coupled with significant traffic safety concerns regarding inadequate sightlines that require works outside the applicant's legal control.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed site configuration and substantial internal driveway would result in a haphazard, disorderly form of development that fails to integrate effectively into the rural location or follow the existing pattern of development.
  • The development would detract from the visual amenity of the area and contravene Policy Objective RH9 and DM Standard 8 of the Galway County Development Plan 2022-2028.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate adequate sight distance triangles within their control, and the proposed entrance would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard and obstructing road users.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Chapter 4 Rural Living and DevelopmentSection 3.7 – Single Housing in the CountrysideSection 3.9 – Rural Housing Policies and ObjectivesChapter 7 Infrastructure, Utilities and Environmental ProtectionSection 6.17 - Wastewater Policies and ObjectivesChapter 8 Tourism and LandscapeSection 8.13 – LandscapeChapter 10 Natural Heritage, Biodiversity and Green/Blue InfrastructureSection 10.6 Natural Heritage and BiodiversitySection 10.15 Green and Blue InfrastructureDM StandardsDesign Guidelines for the Single Rural House (Galway County Council)Policy Objective RH9DM Standard 8

Decision Document Summary

The applicant, Gerard Glynn, sought permission to construct a 208.60 sq m two-storey dwelling and a wastewater treatment system at Kiltormer East, along the L-43016. Although the site is located in a 'Structurally Weak Area' where rural housing need is not a material consideration, the proposal was refused by Galway County Council. The decision maker determined that the site layout, specifically the long internal driveway and dwelling setback, was poorly justified and would result in a haphazard...
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