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the oil spill store, overground bunded fuel tanks within the revised site boundaries. The unauthorised works that are the subject of Enforcement Notice DC-228-22 and DC-212-23. Planning Permission for the Demolition of the existing service station and for the construction of a new service station which will include: New Entrance, Construction of a new forecourt canopy, A retail shop, A deli, coffee area and kitchen, Stores and freezer rooms, Service room, Manager and accounts offices, Meeting room, Customer and staff toilets, Staff canteen, Electric Vehicle charging points, Air and water service area, Carwash, Vehicle parking signage and all associated works

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The proposed development would result in a traffic hazard due to intensification of use at a location with restricted sightlines and fails to demonstrate adequate wastewater treatment capacity for the expanded facility.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The intensification of traffic turning movements at a location on the R513 with substandard sightlines would endanger public safety by reason of traffic hazard.
  • The applicant has not demonstrated that the existing on-site wastewater treatment system can safely accommodate the increased load generated by the proposed deli and expanded retail area.
  • The scale, bulk, and massing of the proposed service station building are considered excessive for this rural village location and would negatively impact the character of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective TR O44Objective IN O31Policy DM P4

Decision Document Summary

This application by Superoil Limited proposed the demolition of an existing service station in Caherline and the construction of a significantly larger facility including a retail shop, deli, and EV charging points, alongside retention of existing fuel storage. The site is situated on a bend of the R513 regional road. Limerick City and County Council refused the application because the increased traffic would create a road safety hazard, the wastewater proposals were insufficient for the scale o...
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