Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would create a serious traffic hazard due to inadequate sightlines at the site entrance onto the L-1152-0, a highly trafficked road frequently used by heavy goods vehicles.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed entrance fails to provide the required 160m sightlines for an 80km/h road, offering only 75m and 50m, which is considered a dangerous reduction given the high volume of HGV traffic from the nearby Balleese Wood quarry.
- The horizontal alignment and curvature of the road at the proposed entrance point severely restrict forward visibility for right-turning vehicles and rear stopping sightlines for approaching traffic.
- While the applicant successfully demonstrated a local social need to reside in the area, the technical deficiencies regarding traffic safety and the unsuitable road conditions at the site entrance remain a fundamental barrier to permission.
Cited Policies (CDP)
CPO 4.6CPO 4.10CPO 4.11CPO 4.14CPO 4.15CPO 6.1CPO 6.2CPO 6.3CPO 6.4CPO 6.36CPO 6.41CPO 6.42CPO 6.44CPO 6.45CPO 6.46
Decision Document Summary
Donal McGraynor applied for outline permission to construct a single dwelling, well, and effluent treatment system at Glasnarget South, Rathdrum, Co. Wicklow. The site is situated in the open countryside and an Area of High Amenity. Although the planning authority acknowledged the applicant's local social ties and housing need, the application was refused because the proposed access onto the L-1152-0 local road was deemed unsafe. The inspector concluded that the restricted sightlines at the entr...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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