Core Planning Reasoning
The proposed development would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard due to its location on a seriously substandard minor road (a designated tourist route) where the applicant failed to demonstrate that required sightlines can be achieved.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The site is served by a minor road that is significantly substandard in width and alignment and is part of the 'Inishowen 100' scenic tourist route.
- There is a lack of clarity regarding the nature and scale of the equestrian use, which makes the potential traffic impact unquantifiable.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the necessary 70m sightlines are achievable, particularly to the west over third-party lands, posing a definitive risk of traffic hazard.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Donegal County Development Plan 2018-2024Policy NH-O-2Policy NH-O-3Policy NH-O-4Policy NH-O-5Policy NH-P-7Policy NH-P-8Policy NH-P-9Policy NH-P-13High Scenic Amenity (HSA)Especially High Scenic Amenity (EHSA)
Decision Document Summary
The application seeks retention permission for site works and planning permission for two single-storey buildings (stables and a dry storage barn) on a 0.34ha site overlooking White Strand beach in Co. Donegal. The site is located in a 'High Scenic Amenity' area and adjoins the North Inishowen Coast SAC. While Donegal County Council granted permission subject to conditions, the Inspector found the proposal deficient. Key concerns included the lack of a clear rationale for the scale of the buildi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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