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of the construction entrance formed on site, (forming part of the existing domestic entrance), for a period of 12 months, providing a safe access separate to the adjacent dwelling, allowing for the construction of dwelling granted under ref: 22/610

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The retention of a substandard construction entrance on a National Primary Road (N25) that fails to meet required sightline standards and poses a significant traffic safety risk to road users.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The existing construction entrance is substandard as it fails to provide the required 90m sightlines necessary for safe egress onto the N25 National Primary Road.
  • The proposed retention would create conflicting traffic movements between the subject access and the adjacent residential entrance, increasing the risk of traffic hazards.
  • The development represents a significant safety risk to vulnerable road users, including pedestrians and cyclists, and would set an undesirable precedent for similar developments.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Waterford City and County Development Plan 2022 – 2028Development Management StandardsDesign Manual for Urban Roads and Streets

Decision Document Summary

The applicants sought a 12-month temporary permission for the retention of a construction entrance at The Burgery, Abbeyside, Co. Waterford, to facilitate the building of a previously permitted dwelling. The site is located on the N25 National Primary Road within a 60km/h zone. The application was refused because the entrance is substandard, failing to meet mandatory sightline requirements and creating hazardous traffic conflicts. The Planning Authority determined that the development would enda...
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