21/903

Construction of an extension and alterations to the north elevation, construction of an extension to the east elevation, construction of an extension to west and south elevation to comprise 7 no. new bedrooms and a hotel office and all associated site works (all works relate to a building which is a Protected Structure)

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

Inadequate off-road parking provision leading to traffic congestion and public safety concerns.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development fails to provide sufficient off-road parking facilities in accordance with the standards set out in the Cork County Development Plan 2014.
  • The anticipated increase in on-road parking and traffic movements would obstruct the free flow of traffic and endanger public safety for road users.
  • The project materially contravenes Objective TM 4-1 regarding car parking delivery and is therefore contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

TM 4-1

Decision Document Summary

The proposal involved the construction of an extension and alterations to the north elevation of the West Cork Hotel on Ilen Street in Skibbereen, Co. Cork. The local authority refused the application primarily because the plans did not provide adequate off-road parking to serve the expanded facility. The decision maker concluded that the development would lead to traffic obstructions and safety hazards, failing to meet the parking requirements and objectives specified in the Cork County Develop...
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