Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused due to inadequate sightlines and restricted intervisibility at the site entrance, which would create a traffic hazard on the local road (L-5105).
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed site entrance is deemed unsatisfactory due to restricted sight distances and inadequate intervisibility, particularly from a western direction, failing to meet the requirements of DM Standard 28.
- The horizontal and vertical alignment of the local road (L-5105) in the immediate vicinity of the development is unsuitable for the turning movements generated by the proposal.
- The development would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic, endangering public safety by reason of traffic hazard and obstruction of road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective RC 2Policy Objective NBH 1Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective WR 1Policy Objective LCM 3Policy Objective WW 6Policy Objective WW 11DM Standard 7DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 29DM Standard 36DM Standard 38DM Standard 46DM Standard 47DM Standard 50DM Standard 63Policy Objective RH 4Policy Objective RH 9Policy Objective FL1Policy Objective LCM 2DM Standard 67
Decision Document Summary
Rory Flaherty applied for permission to construct a single-storey dwelling and effluent treatment system on a 0.246ha greenfield site in Cloonlooaun, Renvyle, Co. Galway. The site is located in a Class 3 landscape with 'Special' sensitivity and is in close proximity to several SACs, requiring a Natura Impact Statement. Although the applicant established a rural housing need and addressed initial concerns regarding water supply and wastewater through further information, the application was ultim...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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