2460349
.The erection of a single storey Dwelling upon permitted foundation and site development works (Ref: P23/60249) which replaced pre-existing and subsequently demolished Dwelling; A new domestic wastewater water treatment system (replacing pre-existing system); Revised vehicular access point; and, Ancillary services above and below ground on this site.
Refused
Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development would generate increased traffic onto the N59 National Road from an existing access, which is contrary to local and national policy regarding development affecting national roads with speed limits exceeding 60 km/h.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development would generate additional traffic from an existing access onto the N59 National route where speed limits greater than 60 km/h apply, violating Policy MTP-24 of the Mayo County Development Plan.
- The proposal is at variance with national policy, specifically the DoECLG Spatial Planning and National Roads Guidelines for Planning Authorities (2012), concerning the control of development affecting national roads.
- Granting permission would endanger public safety by creating a traffic hazard and would detrimentally impact the capacity, safety, and operational efficiency of the national road network in the vicinity of the site.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy MTP 24Section 7.2Mayo County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The applicant, Martin McManamon, sought permission for a 118m2 single-storey dwelling at Knockbreaga, Newport, utilizing foundations previously permitted under Ref: P23/60249. The site is located in a rural area accessed via a private laneway that connects to the N59 National Road between Newport and Mulranny. Mayo County Council refused the application primarily because the development would increase traffic onto a high-speed section of the national road network, contravening both the Mayo Coun...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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