Core Refusal Reason
The development is located within a high-risk flood zone without a required Flood Risk Assessment and is incompatible with the 'Open Space and Recreation' zoning objective.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development is located within Flood Zone A and B, and the absence of a Site-Specific Flood Risk Assessment (SSFRA) makes it contrary to the 'The Planning System and Flood Risk Management Guidelines' and the proper planning of the area.
- The retention of the car park extension and hardcore fill represents an inappropriate encroachment on land zoned for 'Open Space and Recreation', undermining the visual and environmental amenity of the locality.
- The intensification of the existing access onto the Ennis Road (R445), a strategic regional route, without demonstrated adequate sightlines, would create a significant traffic hazard and endanger public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective IU O10Objective TR O44Zoning Objective: Open Space and Recreation
Decision Document Summary
Shelbourne AFC sought retention permission (Ref: 24/120) for the extension of a gravel car park, roadway widening, and the placement of hardcore fill material at the LPYMA Grounds on Ennis Road, Limerick. The site is located within the 'Limerick City North' planner area and is zoned for 'Open Space and Recreation'. The planning authority refused the application primarily because the site is situated in a flood-prone area (Flood Zones A and B) without the necessary flood risk assessment, the work...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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