Core Refusal Reason
The proposed development is premature as it is located within a proposed route corridor for the N4 Mullingar to Longford (Roosky) upgrade scheme.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located within a proposed route corridor for the N4 upgrade scheme between Mullingar and Rooskey.
- The Westmeath National Roads Office (NRO) recommended refusal on the basis that the application is premature pending a decision on the preferred route corridor.
- While the upgrade of existing agricultural facilities is acceptable in principle, the strategic requirements of the national road scheme take precedence.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Decision Document Summary
Mark Condron sought permission to construct a 5-bay slatted shed and ancillary works at an existing farmyard in Liscahill, Edgeworthstown, Co. Longford. While the planning authority noted that the upgrade of agricultural facilities is generally acceptable, the application was refused following a submission from the Westmeath National Roads Office. The site falls within a proposed route corridor for the N4 Mullingar to Longford (Roosky) upgrade scheme, and the development was therefore deemed pre...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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