Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to the failure to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need, the creation of a traffic hazard on a Strategic Protected Route (R-163), and insufficient visibility splays.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicants failed to demonstrate a site-specific rural housing need as required for a 'Strong Rural Area' under Section 9.4 of the Development Plan, particularly as evidence suggests they already own a property in the rural area.
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard by introducing a new access point onto a Strategic Protected Route (R-163), which would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic and undermine the function of the road.
- The application failed to provide adequate technical data to demonstrate that the required visibility splays and sight distances could be achieved in accordance with the standards set out in the Design Manual for Roads and Bridges.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RUR DEV SP 2RD POL 4RD POL 5RD POL 6Section 9.4Section 9.5RD POL 9RD POL 43RD POL 44RD POL 48INF POL 18INF POL 20RD POL 36RD POL 37RD POL 38RD POL 39RD POL 40Section 9.15.3
Decision Document Summary
Joan and Derek Shiels sought planning permission for a 125sqm bungalow, a two-storey garage, and an effluent treatment system on a 0.5ha site at Castleparks, Slane, Co. Meath. The site is located within a 'Strong Rural Area' along the R-163 Strategic Protected Route. Meath County Council refused the application primarily because the applicants failed to establish a genuine local housing need, noting they already own a dwelling in the rural area. Additionally, the proposal was deemed a traffic ha...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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