Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to increased traffic turning movements onto the N71 National Secondary Road in an 80km/h speed limit zone.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard and obstructing road users on the N71 National Secondary Road due to additional turning movements.
- The proposal is contrary to national policy regarding the control of development on national roads as set out in the 2012 Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines.
- The project would materially contravene specific objectives of the Kerry County Development Plan 2022-2028 and is inconsistent with the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 14-29KCDP 14-30
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission to construct a community playground and associated ancillary site works at Tulloha National School, Gortnagapul, Bonane, Kenmare. Kerry County Council refused the application primarily because the site's direct access onto the N71 National Secondary Road, where an 80km/h speed limit applies, would lead to increased traffic turning movements. This was deemed a traffic hazard that would compromise the safety and efficiency of the national road network, conflicting w...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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