Major Galway developer refused housing estate planning
There were various reasons why the plans were refused
A major developer has been refused planning for a new Galway housing estate of over 100 homes.
Plans for the new build Loughrea estate by Jardonelle Limited were squashed by county planners over several issues.
The 107 new homes - which would be situated alongside existing homes in Baunoge - were to be a mix of one-bed, two-bed, three-bed and four bedroom homes.
There were various reasons why the plans were refused with the main points including: The impact on its surrounding environment; the lack of standard in the road design in the area and also the lack of open space.
In other construction news, the announcement of Dexcom has led to Athenry becoming one of the most sought after places to live in Galway and indeed the west of Ireland.
So, it will come as no surprise that plans have been submitted for two different developments in the area totalling over 200 new homes.
Athenry Luxury Housing Developments Ltd has lodged planning for 136 homes in Raheen, Ballygarraun North and Ballygarraun South.
This development would contain 104 three bedroom homes, 21 two beds and 11 four bed homes.
Galway County Council will decide on the application in mid August just a week before the second development for Athenry is up for decision.
Leadlane is also seeking permission to build 69 homes on a site in Ballydavid South.
Their development contains plans for 45 three bed terraced houses as well as ten three bed semi-dethatched houses; six two bed semi detached houses and eight, four bedroom houses.
There would be 115 car park spaces as well as charging points for electric vehicles and bicycle parking spots with a decision coming on August 23.