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for the development which will consist of: (i) the amalgamation of 3 no. ground floor retail units to provide for a single retail unit (c.966 sq.m gross floor area) including an ancillary alcohol sales area (c.61sqm); (ii) minor external alterations to the elevations to include automatic sliding entrance door, new glazed shopfronts, vinyl window coverings and a screened plant area to the north of the unit, shopfront signage also including a free-standing sign (5.7m x 2.1m) at the car park entrance; (iii) replacement shutter and entrance door to the loading area; and (iv) all ancillary site services and site development works
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused due to non-compliance with established retail policy and concerns regarding traffic safety.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development fails to comply with the relevant retail policy for the area.
- The nature and extent of the development raises significant concerns regarding traffic safety.
- The planning authority recommends a refusal of permission based on these policy and safety conflicts.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Breda Connors, sought permission for the amalgamation of three ground floor retail units into a single large retail unit (c.966 sq.m) including an ancillary alcohol sales area and various external alterations at Heather Hill House, Limerick Road, Ennis. The local authority planner recommended refusal of the application. The decision was based on the proposal's non-compliance with retail policy and the potential negative impact on traffic safety at the site....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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