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for works to an existing dormer bungalow as follows: Additional window to existing bathroom at first floor level, conversion of existing storage/playroom to bedroom and associated alterations at first floor level, additional vehicular entrance to provide access to rear of dormer bungalow and all associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The application was refused due to traffic safety hazards arising from a proposed new entrance on a Strategic Regional Road and the failure to demonstrate that the existing wastewater treatment system could accommodate additional loading.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The proposed additional entrance onto the R705 Strategic Regional Road fails to provide the required 210m sightlines and lacks a necessary Road Safety Audit, creating a significant traffic hazard on a high-speed route.
  • The development is contrary to County Development Plan policies (RR. P3 and RR. P1) which seek to protect the carrying capacity and safety of Strategic Regional Roads by restricting unnecessary new entrances.
  • The applicant failed to provide adequate technical evidence or suitably qualified verification that the existing septic tank and percolation area are fit for purpose or capable of handling the increased wastewater load from the proposed additional bedroom.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Table 5.4Policy RR. P3Policy RR. P1Section 16.10.7Section 16.10.9Fig 16.1Table 16.5

Decision Document Summary

The applicant sought permission for works to an existing dormer bungalow at Ballinagree, Borris, Co. Carlow, including the conversion of a playroom to a bedroom and the creation of a second vehicular entrance onto the R705 regional road. Carlow County Council refused the application on two primary grounds: first, that the new entrance would endanger public safety due to inadequate sightlines and non-compliance with regional road protection policies; and second, that the lack of information regar...
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