2260754

sought to erect dwelling house, domestic garage, wastewater treatment system, percolation area and all associated services. Gross floor area of proposed works: 194.75 sqm (dwelling house) and 33.50 sqm (domestic garage)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to inappropriate siting in a sensitive coastal landscape, traffic safety concerns regarding sightlines, potential environmental impacts on protected European sites (SAC/SPA) from the wastewater system, and unresolved issues regarding historic unauthorised site works.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development is inappropriately sited within a Class 3 'Special' designated landscape and protected scenic view, failing to demonstrate a clear need or integrate effectively into the sensitive coastal environment.
  • The proposal would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate forward sight visibility for vehicles approaching from the east on the L-81052 local road, particularly for right-turning movements into the site.
  • The planning authority cannot be satisfied that the development would not adversely affect the integrity of the Galway Bay Complex SAC and SPA, specifically citing the proximity of the wastewater treatment system to the foreshore and the extreme vulnerability of the underlying karstified aquifer.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Policy Objective RH 2Policy Objective RH 4Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective ARC 9Policy Objective WS 4Policy Objective LCM 1Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective PVSR 1Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11Policy Objective WS 8Policy Objective FL 2DM Standard 8DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 58DM Standard 68

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for a dwelling house, garage, and wastewater treatment system at Prospecthill, Maree, Oranmore, Co. Galway, a site located in a sensitive coastal area adjacent to the Mweeloon Bay foreshore. Galway County Council refused the application on four main grounds: the visual impact on a 'Special' landscape and scenic route; traffic safety risks arising from deficient sightlines; environmental risks to protected Natura 2000 sites and groundwater due to the wastewater ...
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