Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to significant concerns regarding traffic safety at the N70 junction, potential adverse impacts on the integrity of nearby Special Areas of Conservation (SACs) and protected species, and the detrimental effect on the layout and economic viability of the Ring of Kerry Golf Course.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The Planning Authority is not satisfied that the development would not cause a traffic hazard, noting the lack of information on traffic volume and the proximity of the entrance to the N70 where a speed limit exceeding 60kph applies, contravening national road guidelines.
- The proposal failed to demonstrate that it would not adversely impact the biodiversity and natural heritage of the area, specifically the integrity of the Kenmare River and Dromore Wood SACs and the habitat of the Lesser Horseshoe Bat.
- The construction of the roadway through Hole No. 14 would adversely impact the layout and seriously compromise the economic, employment, and sporting benefits of the Ring of Kerry Golf Course, a valuable tourist asset.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective KCDP 11-77Objective KCDP 11-78Section 11.6.3.2Section 11.6.4KCDP 11-1KCDP 11-2KCDP 11-3KCDP 11-9KCDP 11-15KCDP 11-16KCDP 11-19KCDP 11-21KCDP 11-22KCDP 11-24KCDP 11-27KCDP 11-68KCDP 11-69KENMD – 46
Decision Document Summary
Trentdale Ltd applied for permission to construct a 410m long, 7m wide vehicular access roadway across the Ring of Kerry Golf Course at Greenane, Kenmare. The proposed route, which would pass through the 14th hole of the course, was intended to extend from the existing golf course access road near the N70 National Secondary Road to the western boundary. Kerry County Council refused the application because the applicant failed to justify the road's purpose or traffic impact, posed a risk to the i...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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