Core Refusal Reason
Traffic hazard and public safety risk due to substandard vehicular access and restricted sightlines on a busy Regional Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed vehicular access is substandard and poorly aligned for connection to a busy Regional Road.
- Sightlines at the proposed entrance are severely restricted, failing to meet safety requirements.
- The volume of traffic generated by the development would create a significant hazard to public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a four-storey dwelling house and garage at Rathnaruogy, Innishannon, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application on the grounds of road safety. The decision focused on the site's access onto a heavily trafficked Regional Road, noting that the poor alignment and inadequate sightlines would make the development a danger to road users and a significant traffic hazard....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
Note: If code appears below, the council site is blocking the preview. Please open the original file.