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(A) a change of use of an existing sheep shed for proposed residential use, and (B) Permission for elevation changes to the existing structure and proposed extension to the existing structure to provide a single storey dwelling serviced with a new mechanical treatment unit and raised sand polishing filter, all with associated site works.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused primarily due to traffic safety concerns, specifically inadequate sightlines at the proposed site entrance which would create a traffic hazard.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would endanger public safety by reason of a traffic hazard because the sightlines from the proposed entrance/exit onto the local public road are inadequate.
- The traffic movements generated by the development would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic on the public road, contrary to the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.
- While the applicant meets the rural settlement policy for the area, development between the road and the lake in this visually sensitive location is not encouraged and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.
Cited Policies (CDP)
KCDP 5-16KCDP 5-17KCDP 5-18KCDP 5-19KCDP 5-20KCDP 5-21KCDP 5-22KCDP 11-77KCDP 11-78Section 5.8Section 11.6.3Section 11.6.3.1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for the change of use and extension of an existing stone sheep shed into a single-storey dwelling, including a new mechanical treatment unit and sand polishing filter at Cappamore, Waterville, Co. Kerry. The site is located in a 'Visually Sensitive' area overlooking Lough Currane within an area designated as 'Other Rural Areas' in the County Development Plan. Although the Planning Department acknowledged the applicant's local links and the suitability of the desig...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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