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for the construction of two storage warehouses accessed via an existing entrance within the site of an existing commercial development, development to include a) associated road access including HGV access, b) provision of 32 parking spaces and bike storage c) provision of hard and soft landscaping including site lighting and all other associated and ancillary development and works above and below ground level. A Natura Impact Statement (NIS) has been prepared in respect of the proposed development
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to significant concerns regarding traffic safety, inadequate sightlines at the site entrance, poor internal HGV manoeuvrability, and the absence of a comprehensive storm water management strategy.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that the proposed site entrance on the L-4506 has sufficient sightlines, which would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard.
- The restricted site layout and lack of auto-tracking swept path analysis for HGVs mean the development could lead to conflicting vehicular movements and increased risks for vulnerable road users.
- The absence of a detailed storm management strategy and surface water layout fails to comply with DM67 of the County Development Plan and poses an unquantified risk to the surrounding environment.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy Objective CD 1DM Standard 28DM Standard 33(a)Policy Objective NNR 2DM67Policy Objective NHB 1Policy Objective NHB 2Policy Objective NHB 3Policy Objective NHB 4Policy Objective WR 1DM Standard 50
Decision Document Summary
Castle Modular proposed the construction of two storage warehouses on a 1.270-hectare site at Raheen Demesne, Gort, Co. Galway, to accommodate the storage of raw materials and completed modular units. While the development was considered acceptable in principle as a rural enterprise, Galway County Council refused permission. The decision was primarily based on the applicant's failure to provide a detailed Traffic and Transport Assessment, inadequate sightlines at the site access, and the lack of...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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