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(1) the increase in height of Unit 1 to the east of the site, (2) the increase in height of the roller shutter doors on the east and west elevations of Unit 2, (3) the increase in concrete yard area to the rear of the Unit 2, (4) the erection of three signs; two on the entrance walls to the property and one on the eastern elevation of Unit 1. (5) the erection of floodlights on both buildings and on the southern boundary wall

Refused

Core Refusal Reason

The development is located within high-risk flood zones (A and B) without a site-specific flood risk assessment and poses a traffic hazard due to the intensification of commercial use on a regional road.

Decision Maker's Conclusion

  • The site is located within Flood Zone A and B, and the applicant failed to submit a site-specific Flood Risk Assessment, making the development contrary to 'The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines'.
  • The retention and intensification of the commercial use would generate additional traffic movements onto the R511 regional road, creating a traffic hazard at a location with restricted sightlines.
  • The development represents an inappropriate intensification of a commercial enterprise in a rural area, which is contrary to the zoning objectives and the proper planning and sustainable development of the area.

Cited Policies (CDP)

Objective IU O10Objective TR O44Policy DM P3

Decision Document Summary

ERAC Ireland Ltd sought retention permission for various works at a site in Roxborough, Ballysheedy, including building height increases, yard expansion, and floodlighting. The site is located in a rural area on the R511 regional road. Limerick City and County Council refused the application because the development is situated in a flood-prone area (Zones A and B) without a required assessment, and the intensification of use would create a traffic hazard and conflict with rural development polic...
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