Core Refusal Reason
Traffic hazard and adverse impact on public transport accessibility due to proximity to an existing bus stop.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to potential conflicts between vehicles and pedestrians near an active bus stop.
- The required dishing of the public kerb would negatively impact accessibility for persons with mobility impairments or disabilities using public transport services.
- The proposal is considered premature as it relies on the removal of a bus stop that has not yet been taken out of service.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.3.1 of Volume 2, Appendix 5Section 4.3.3 of Volume 2, Appendix 5
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission to create a new vehicular access at 232 Larkhill Road, Whitehall, Dublin 9. Dublin City Council refused the application on the grounds that the entrance would pose a significant safety risk to pedestrians and interfere with the operation of an adjacent bus stop. The planning authority determined that the development would obstruct access for passengers with disabilities and is contrary to the Dublin City Development Plan 2022-2028 standards regarding public transpo...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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