Core Refusal Reason
The retention of the access gate was refused primarily due to traffic safety concerns, as the development would create a traffic hazard and obstruct road users on Bloodmill Road.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The development for which retention is sought would result in a significant traffic hazard and obstruction of road users on the Bloodmill Road.
- The access point lacks the necessary sightlines required for safe egress and ingress, particularly given its hazardous proximity to an existing road junction.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar unauthorized developments that compromise the safety and efficiency of the local road network.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Policy TR P1Objective TR O4
Decision Document Summary
Bloodmill Road Estates Limited sought retention permission for an access gate and associated site works at Amharc Muileann, Bloodmill Road, Singland, Limerick. The site is located in a busy urban context within the Limerick City East planner area. The application was refused by the Planning Authority following a negative referral from the Council Roads department, which concluded that the access point constitutes a traffic hazard due to inadequate visibility and its unsafe location relative to t...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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