Core Refusal Reason
The development is considered to create a traffic hazard and negatively impact pedestrian safety due to the configuration of the additional hardstanding and the new pedestrian gate.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The additional hardstanding facilitates unauthorized vehicular movements that interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic on Elm Park Avenue.
- The installation of a pedestrian gate on the side boundary wall creates a conflict point with existing public infrastructure and pedestrian movements.
- The development as proposed for retention fails to meet the standards for residential parking and access set out in the Limerick Development Plan 2022-2028.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective TR O40Policy DM 4Section 11.4.1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought retention permission for additional driveway hardstanding and a pedestrian gate at 124 Elm Park Avenue, Castletroy. Following a referral to the Council Roads department, the planning authority determined that the development constitutes a traffic hazard. The refusal is based on the impact on road safety, pedestrian movement, and non-compliance with the parking and access standards of the Limerick Development Plan....SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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