Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to traffic safety concerns, specifically an inadequate junction design onto the R569 Regional road and a non-compliant Road Safety Audit.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The design of the proposed junction connecting the development access roadway to the R569 Regional road is inadequate and fails to meet national road design standards, including DMURS.
- The submitted Road Safety Audit was not carried out in accordance with the mandatory process and standards set out by Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII).
- The development would likely result in a traffic hazard and cause obstruction to road users, rendering it contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
This planning application by Abbie Counihan and Denis Cronin proposed the construction of five dwellings (two replacement units and three terraced houses) plus associated infrastructure at Main Street, Churchground, Kilgarvan, Co. Kerry. Kerry County Council refused permission based on a single comprehensive reason relating to traffic safety. The local authority determined that the proposed access onto the R569 Regional road was substandard and that the applicant's Road Safety Audit failed to me...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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