Core Refusal Reason
Traffic safety hazards due to inadequate sightlines and failure to demonstrate a genuine rural-generated housing need.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular access is poorly aligned with the R618 and L-99204, failing to achieve necessary sightlines and creating a significant traffic hazard.
- The applicant failed to provide sufficient evidence of a genuine rural-generated housing need based on social or economic links to this specific 'Transitional Rural Area'.
- The development would contravene County Development Plan objectives regarding road safety and rural settlement policy, setting an undesirable precedent for the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
TM 12-8RP 5-7
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for a dwelling house and detached domestic garage at Coolavokig, Macroom, Co. Cork. The application was refused by the Planning Authority because the proposed entrance onto the R618 was deemed unsafe due to poor visibility and alignment, violating traffic management policies. Additionally, as the site is located within a 'Transitional Rural Area', the applicant failed to demonstrate compliance with the rural housing need criteria set out in the County Development P...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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