Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a traffic hazard due to inadequate sight distances on a restricted local road and would require extensive removal of mature vegetation, undermining natural heritage policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to demonstrate satisfactory sightline entry and exit visibility at the proposed entrance onto the L-4303 local road, posing a risk to public safety and traffic flow.
- The necessary roadside intervention works to achieve visibility are located on lands outside the applicant's legal control and have not been properly identified in the application.
- The extensive removal of trees and hedgerows required for sightlines would significantly undermine Policy Objective TWHS1, which seeks to protect and retain natural boundaries and mature vegetation.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH 3RH 9DM Standard 6DM Standard 8DM Standard 9DM Standard 11DM Standard 28DM Standard 37DM Standard 38DM Standard 47DM Standard 50Policy Objective TWHS1NBH 1NHB 2NHB 3WR 1
Decision Document Summary
Coldunell Limited sought permission for a 190 sqm two-storey dwellinghouse and wastewater treatment system at Ballinrooaun, Co. Galway, located in a structurally weak rural area. While the principle of development was acceptable, the application was refused primarily because the proposed entrance onto the L-4303 local road has restricted sight distances due to the road's alignment and limited width. Furthermore, the applicant lacked demonstrated legal interest in the lands required for necessary...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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