Core Refusal Reason
The proposal failed to demonstrate adequate traffic safety sightlines at the site entrance and represents an under-utilization of town-centre zoned land due to its low density.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The required sight distances of 3m x 50m are not achievable at the proposed entrance due to the presence of adjoining development and existing roadside parking.
- The proposed single-dwelling development on a 0.23-hectare site is considered a low-density use of land zoned as 'Town Centre', which conflicts with objectives for sustainable urban consolidation.
- The applicant failed to provide evidence that necessary sightlines could be achieved within the site curtilage or with the required legal consents from affected third parties.
Cited Policies (CDP)
DM HS 18 Corner/Side Garden SitesDM HS 6 Private Open Space in Housing Residential DevelopmentDM HS 15 Infill Development in Urban and Rural AreasNational Policy Objective 35Laois County Development Plan 2021-2027Laois County Council Roads and Parking Standards 2007
Decision Document Summary
This application sought outline permission for a single-storey dwelling on a 0.233ha site at Carrigan Street, Durrow, Co. Laois, situated on land zoned 'Town Centre'. While the site is located within the existing urban fabric, the Planning Authority identified significant constraints regarding traffic safety, specifically the inability to meet standard 50-metre sightlines at the entrance. Furthermore, the planner noted that the proposal for a single house represents an inefficient use of a large...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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