Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development contravenes the 'Active Open Space' zoning objective for the site and poses a significant traffic safety hazard on the N70 national secondary road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed café use is not considered ancillary to the existing GAA grounds and contravenes the G4 Active Open Space zoning objective where such commercial developments are 'not normally permitted'.
- The development would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard and driver distraction on the N70 National Secondary road at a location requiring high vigilance.
- The proposal is at variance with official national policy regarding the control of development affecting national roads and the protection of the safety and operation of the national road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kenmare Municipal District LAP 2024-2030Zoning G4 Active Open SpaceKerry County Development Plan 2022-2028DoECLG Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2012)
Decision Document Summary
Glenbeigh Glencar GAA Club proposed the construction of a 55sqm café and community space using upcycled shipping containers at their grounds in Kilinabrack Lower, Glenbeigh. The site is located on the N70 National Secondary road within a 60kph zone. Kerry County Council refused the application because the commercial café use is inconsistent with the G4 Active Open Space zoning in the Kenmare Municipal District LAP. Furthermore, following a submission from Transport Infrastructure Ireland (TII), ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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