Core Refusal Reason
The application was refused due to traffic safety concerns arising from inadequate sightlines on a heavily trafficked local road and the negative environmental impact of the extensive tree and hedgerow removal required to achieve those sightlines.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed site entrance is unsatisfactory as the applicant failed to demonstrate sufficient sightline visibility in accordance with DM Standard 28, creating a traffic hazard on the L-4303.
- The applicant lacks adequate legal interest in the lands to the north required to implement the necessary roadside intervention works for sight distance triangles.
- The extensive removal of mature trees and hedgerows required to facilitate vision lines would undermine Policy Objective TWHS1 and negatively impact the natural heritage and character of the area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RH3RH9TWHS1DM Standard 28DM Standard 11DM Standard 37Section 4.6.2Section 7.5Section 14.6Section 15.2.2Section 15.3.1Section 15.5.2Section 15.6.1Section 15.7.2NBH 1NHB 2NHB 3WR 1DM Standard 50
Decision Document Summary
Coldunell Limited sought permission for a 181 sqm dwellinghouse and wastewater treatment system at Ballinrooaun, Ballinasloe, Co. Galway. The site is located in a structurally weak rural area where housing need is not strictly required. However, Galway County Council refused the application because the proposed entrance onto the L-4303 local road provides inadequate sightlines, posing a traffic safety risk. Furthermore, the applicant could not demonstrate control over the lands needed for road i...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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