Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to its location within a future road project study area, non-compliance with mandatory junction setback distances, and inadequate sight visibility, which would create a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is considered premature pending the determination of the N60 Manulla Road Project by Mayo County Council.
- The proposed access is only 70m from a national road junction, failing to meet the 90m setback requirement specified in the County Development Plan.
- The development would endanger public safety due to inadequate access visibility at the proposed entrance, resulting in a traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 16.5 Access and Proximity to Road Junctions Table 4Mayo County Development Plan 2014-2020
Decision Document Summary
Aidan Armstrong applied for permission to construct a single-storey dwelling, garage, and septic tank at Manulla, Castlebar, within a 'Rural Area Under Strong Urban Influence'. The proposal was refused by Mayo County Council primarily because the site lies within the study area for the N60 Manulla Cross road project. Furthermore, the planning authority determined that the proposed entrance fails to meet the required 90m setback from the national road junction and provides insufficient sightlines...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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