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the development will consist of: a part 2 story, part single story dwelling and detached domestic garage, existing residential entrance to be upgraded to a dual entrance to service proposed dwelling and existing dwelling, driveway, septic tank and percolation area, landscaping and all associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to material contravention of strategic corridor access policies, the creation of ribbon development in a rural area under strong urban influence, and failure to demonstrate traffic safety compliance.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposal materially contravenes policies RD POL 38, 39, and 40 as the site is located on the R147 Strategic Corridor and the applicant does not meet the exception criteria for new access on non-family owned lands.
  • The development would result in the creation of ribbon development, being the fifth house within 160m of road frontage, which is contrary to policy RD POL 3 regarding the protection of rural areas under strong urban influence.
  • The applicant failed to demonstrate that the proposed dual entrance arrangements comply with TII safety standards (DN-GEO-03060), thereby posing a risk to public safety by reason of a traffic hazard.

Cited Policies (CDP)

RD POL 1RD POL 2RD POL 3RD POL 38RD POL 39RD POL 40Section 9.4Section 9.15.2Section 9.15.3

Decision Document Summary

Shane Leahy sought permission for a part two-story dwelling and detached garage at Garretstown, Dunshaughlin, Co. Meath, on a site zoned 'Rural Area' under strong urban influence. Although the applicant demonstrated a local housing need, the Planning Authority refused the application because the site relies on access to the R147 Strategic Corridor from third-party lands, violating strict regional road policies. Furthermore, the project was deemed to constitute undesirable ribbon development and ...
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