Core Refusal Reason
Traffic safety concerns and inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance onto the N59 National Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located on an unimproved section of the N59 National Road where the maximum speed limit applies, and the existing road alignment is poor.
- The proposal would result in an intensification of use at an unsatisfactory vehicular access point, which lacks sufficient carrying capacity and demonstrated sightlines in accordance with DM Standard 28.
- Permitting the development would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic, creating a traffic hazard and setting an undesirable precedent for the strategic road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 4.7Section 7.5.3Section 8.13Section 10.6Section 10.15Section 14.4Section 14.6Section 15.3.2Section 15.6Section 15.7.2Section 15.13.2DM Standard 28DM Standard 33aPolicy Objective NR 1Policy Objective NR 4Section 8.13.2DM Standard 50Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4Policy Objective WR 1
Decision Document Summary
The National Parks & Wildlife Service sought permission for the construction of a 576sqm maintenance shed and associated works within Connemara National Park, Letterfrack, Co. Galway. The site is located in a Special Landscape Sensitivity Area Class 3. While the design and visual impact were considered acceptable by the Planning Authority, the application was refused primarily due to traffic safety concerns. The proposed access onto the N59 National Road was deemed inadequate due to poor road al...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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