Core Refusal Reason
The 'as constructed' bridge design and width create significant safety hazards for pedestrians and cyclists, failing to meet the standards required for a critical infrastructure component under Specific Local Objective 43.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The bridge layout and width create a narrow pinch point at the southern span, posing a hazard to diverse users including wheelchair, scooter, and young children.
- A trip and fall hazard exists at the bottom of the upper downward ramp flight at the northern end of the structure.
- The poor surface finish across the entire ramp and bridge structure endangers public safety by reason of traffic hazard or obstruction of road users.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Specific Local Objective (SLO) 43Dun Laoghaire-Rathdown County Development Plan 2022-2028
Decision Document Summary
The proposal sought permission for minor alterations to a pedestrian and cycle bridge at Clonkeen Park, Dun Laoghaire, which was originally approved as part of a mixed-use development. The bridge is a critical component of the local infrastructure and is identified under Specific Local Objective 43 of the County Development Plan. The application was refused because the bridge, as constructed, features design flaws including narrow pinch points, trip hazards, and a substandard surface finish, whi...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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