Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development involves the creation of a new direct access point onto a national route (N59) where a 100kph speed limit applies, which contravenes national and local policy regarding road safety and the efficiency of the national road network.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The creation of a new direct access point onto the N59 national route, where speed limits exceed 60 km/h, is contrary to Mayo County Development Plan policy MTP 24 and national guidelines, endangering public safety by reason of traffic hazard.
- The proposed development would have a detrimental impact on the capacity, safety, and operational efficiency of the national road network in the vicinity of the site.
- The siting and design of the proposed dwelling are considered obtrusive and would seriously injure the visual amenities of the area, failing to comply with the design criteria set out in objective RHO 5.
Cited Policies (CDP)
MTP 23MTP 24RHO 2RHO 5
Decision Document Summary
Mairead Maughan sought permission for a new dwelling house and domestic garage at Gortskeddia, Crossmolina, on a 0.245ha agricultural site situated along the N59 national route. Mayo County Council refused the application on two main grounds: firstly, the proposal violates strict national and local policies (MTP 24) against creating new access points onto high-speed national roads, which would compromise traffic safety and road efficiency. Secondly, the planning authority determined that the dwe...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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