Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development was refused primarily due to traffic safety concerns regarding the new access point and inadequate demonstration of serviceability for water and sewerage infrastructure.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed access via Rhebogue Hill is considered substandard in terms of width and sightlines, and would therefore create a traffic hazard for road users.
- The applicant has failed to sufficiently demonstrate that the proposed dwelling can be adequately serviced by the public water and sewerage network without impacting existing capacity.
- The development constitutes an inappropriate form of backland development that would negatively impact the residential amenity and character of the established suburban area.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Section 11.4.1 (Backland Development)Objective TR O1 (Road Safety)Policy IU P1 (Water and Waste Water Infrastructure)
Decision Document Summary
This planning application (Ref: 25/60367) by Lisa Desmond sought permission for a detached house in the rear garden of 'Hillcrest' on Rhebogue Road, Limerick, with a proposed new access from Rhebogue Hill. The site is located within the Limerick City North planner area. The application was refused by the Planning Authority following negative internal reports from the Roads and Water Services departments, which highlighted critical deficiencies in the proposed access arrangements and infrastructu...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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