Core Refusal Reason
The development was refused due to prematurity pending a national road project review and significant traffic safety concerns regarding inadequate sightlines at the proposed entrance.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposal is premature as the site lies within the study area for the N61 Tulsk to Clashaganny Road Project, and development could hinder future route corridor options.
- The applicant failed to demonstrate that adequate sightlines could be achieved in both directions at the site entrance, posing a risk to pedestrians and vehicular traffic.
- The proximity of the proposed entrance to the junction with the N61 National Road is considered a traffic hazard that would endanger public safety.
Cited Policies (CDP)
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Decision Document Summary
TH Contractors proposed the construction of a 200.50sqm two-storey detached dwelling and associated services at Meadowbrook, Tulsk, Co. Roscommon. Although the site is located within the Tulsk Village Plan boundary where residential development is acceptable in principle, Roscommon County Council refused permission. The decision was primarily driven by the site's location within the N61 road project study area and the failure to provide safe access, as the proposed entrance lacked necessary sigh...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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