Core Refusal Reason
The proposal was refused primarily due to road safety concerns and traffic hazards arising from the intensification of unauthorized access points onto the N17 National Road, as well as prematurity regarding a planned road realignment scheme.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in the intensification of unauthorized vehicular access points onto the N17 National Road, interfering with the safety and free flow of traffic where an 80kph speed limit applies.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate adequate sightlines or access provision in accordance with TII standards, creating potential for conflicting traffic movements and endangering public safety.
- The proposal is considered premature pending the completion of the N17 Milltown to Gortnagunned realignment scheme and would perpetuate existing unauthorized development on the site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Chapter 4 Rural Living and DevelopmentChapter 15 Development Management StandardsPolicy Objective WW10DM Standard 27aPolicy Objective NR1DM Standard 28Policy Objective GCTPS 7Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 10DM Standard 40
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the retention of a dwelling house and store, the sub-division of the dwelling, and its subsequent reconstruction and extension at Milltown, Tuam, Co. Galway. The site is a brownfield plot located adjacent to the N17 primary carriageway. Galway County Council refused the application because the development would intensify the use of unauthorized access points onto a national road, creating a significant traffic hazard. Additionally, the project was deemed prema...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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