Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a traffic hazard on a Regional Road due to inadequate sightlines and increased turning movements where a continuous white line exists, contravening strategic road safety policies.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would result in a traffic hazard due to increased turning movements on a Regional Road where visibility is inadequate and a continuous white line is present.
- The proposal fails to meet the required sightline standards of 145m, providing only 120m, which compromises the safety and carrying capacity of the strategic road network.
- The application materially contravenes the Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027 policies regarding the protection of the strategic function and safety of Regional Roads.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Kilkenny City and County Development Plan 2021-2027Regional Roads Policy
Decision Document Summary
This application sought permission for a two-storey dwelling, garage, and associated site works at Ballinbarney, The Rower, Co. Kilkenny. The site is located in an upland, high-amenity scenic area under urban influence. While the applicant demonstrated a social need to live in the area, the proposal was refused primarily on road safety grounds. The development requires access onto the R-700 Regional Road where the submitted sightlines of 120m fell short of the 145m requirement, and the presence ...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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