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The proposed development will consist of the following; 1) Construction of a tourism enterprise, to include the provision of 11 no. pre-fabricated 2 bedroom accommodation units, 2) Construction of a tourism related information building, to include site management & reception area and all associated ancillary rooms, 3) The provision of car parking, a playground area and all landscaping requirements, 4) Upgrade of existing vehicle entrance from the N15 public road and construction of a new access road to service the proposed development, 5) Connection to the public sewer, and 6) All other associated site development works. A Natura Impact Statement has been prepared in respect of the proposed application
Core Refusal Reason
The application lacks critical technical assessments regarding national road safety, public utility connectivity, and comprehensive surface water management.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is at variance with national policy regarding development on national roads, requiring a Traffic and Transport Assessment (TTA) and a Road Safety Audit (RSA) to understand impacts on the N15.
- The applicant failed to provide a Pre-Connection Enquiry (PCE) from Uisce Éireann, leaving the feasibility of connecting to public water and wastewater infrastructure unconfirmed.
- Insufficient technical detail was submitted regarding storm water disposal, attenuation calculations, and long-term maintenance schedules to ensure the development does not increase flood risk to the site or adjoining lands.