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to (1) demolish existing dwelling house and replace with new dwelling house, (2) construct new boat shed (3) new domestic garage (4) replace existing septic tank and percolation area with new wastewater treatment system as well as all ancillary site works and site services at Kilkieran, Co. Galway.

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposal was refused due to potential adverse impacts on the Kilkieran Bay and Islands SAC, visual impact on a sensitive coastal landscape, and multiple technical deficiencies regarding drainage, flood risk, and access.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The development poses a significant risk to the integrity of the Kilkieran Bay and Islands Special Area of Conservation (SAC) due to its proximity and potential for groundwater contamination.
  • The scale and siting of the proposed replacement dwelling and ancillary structures would negatively impact a Class 3 'Special' landscape and a designated Scenic Route.
  • The application failed to provide adequate technical evidence regarding wastewater treatment suitability, flood risk management, safe vehicular access, and the structural necessity for demolishing the existing dwelling.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 2Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective RH 4Policy Objective RH 5Policy Objective RH 6Policy Objective WS 5DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 30DM Standard 36DM Standard 37DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63DM Standard 68

Decision Document Summary

Liam O' Flatharta sought permission to demolish an existing cottage and construct a replacement dwelling, garage, boat shed, and wastewater treatment system at a coastal site in Kilkieran, Co. Galway. The site is located within a Class 3 'Special' landscape and immediately adjacent to the Kilkieran Bay and Islands SAC. Galway County Council refused permission on seven grounds, primarily citing the lack of an Appropriate Assessment Screening Report to rule out impacts on the SAC, the visual impac...
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