Core Planning Reasoning
The development is considered to be in keeping with the character of the area, does not result in the creation of a traffic hazard, and does not increase the risk of surface water flooding, thus according with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular access is acceptable in terms of layout and safety, providing adequate visibility splays of 2.4m x 45m and 70m on a road with low traffic volumes.
- The surface water drainage system, which connects to an existing pipe and open drain, is deemed sufficient to manage site run-off and mitigate concerns regarding ponding on the public road.
- The development is small-scale and sufficiently distant from European sites (Lough Swilly SAC/SPA) such that it is not likely to have significant effects on their conservation objectives.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy RH-P-1Policy RH-P-2Policy NH-P-17Policy T-P15Section 10.2.10 of Chapter 10Figure 7 of Section 10.2.10
Decision Document Summary
This Inspector's Report assesses a retention application for a vehicular entrance serving a house in Glenleary, Ramelton, Co. Donegal. The site was originally permitted as ancillary accommodation for a riding stable with the condition that access be shared through the stable yard. The applicant sought to retain a standalone entrance directly onto the L5812, citing that the larger stable complex has not yet been built. Third-party appellants argued this 'divorces' the property from its intended u...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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