21/6053

The construction of 26 no. dwelling houses and all associated ancillary site development works including access, footpaths including a new footpath along the L-6067-0, parking, drainage, landscaping and amenity areas. The proposed dwelling units will replace 4 no. residential units previously permitted along the south east boundary of the site under Cork County Council Ref. 13/4528 (Extended under Ref. 18/7090).

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development was refused due to traffic safety hazards arising from inadequate road and footpath infrastructure, poor pedestrian connectivity to the village, and insufficient surface water drainage management.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed development would endanger public safety because 'Bothar Na Sop' is of insufficient width and lacks the necessary pedestrian connectivity to safely link the site with village facilities.
  • The internal road and footpath designs fail to meet minimum width standards (5.5m and 2m respectively), leading to poor permeability and safety concerns for cyclists and pedestrians.
  • The applicant failed to provide sufficient information to demonstrate that surface water could be adequately managed, creating a risk of flooding on public roads and private property.

Cited Policies (CDP)

HOU 3-1bTM 2-1cTM 2-2cWS 5-1GO-01(l)GO-01e

Decision Document Summary

This application sought permission for 26 dwelling houses and ancillary works at Farnahoe, Innishannon, Co. Cork. The proposal was refused by the local authority because the access road, 'Bothar Na Sop', is too narrow to safely accommodate increased traffic and lacks adequate pedestrian infrastructure. Additionally, the layout failed to meet standard design requirements for road and footpath widths, and the proposed surface water drainage system was considered insufficient, posing a risk of floo...
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