Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the entrance gate was refused due to lack of justification for an additional access point, failure to demonstrate safe sightlines, and the creation of a traffic hazard through the over-proliferation of entrances.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient justification for a new entrance gate given that the site is already served by an existing double gate access.
- It has not been demonstrated that safe sightlines are achievable at the location, meaning the development represents a significant traffic hazard.
- The proposal would result in an over-proliferation of access points, which is contrary to Objective TS78 of the Wexford County Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective TS78
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for the retention of an entrance gate at Knockroe, Ardamine. The Planning Authority refused the proposal primarily because the site already benefits from an existing double gate access, and the applicant provided no clear justification for an additional entrance. Furthermore, the lack of evidence regarding achievable sightlines raised concerns about road safety and traffic hazards. The development was deemed to cause an unnecessary over-proliferation of access ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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