Core Refusal Reason
The proposed vehicular entrance was refused due to traffic safety concerns arising from restricted sightlines and its proximity to a road junction, as well as the potential to set an undesirable precedent for the residential estate.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The proposed development would create a traffic hazard and endanger public safety due to its location on a bend and proximity to an existing junction on Deel Court Estate Road.
- The creation of an additional entrance at this location would interfere with the safety and free flow of traffic, contrary to proper planning and sustainable development.
- Granting permission would set an undesirable precedent for similar haphazard vehicular accesses, which would collectively detract from the character and residential amenity of the estate.
Cited Policies (CDP)
Objective TR O41Section 13.4.6Policy DM 1
Decision Document Summary
The applicant sought permission for a new rear vehicular entrance to an existing dwelling at Fairhill, Rathkeale, with access onto the Deel Court Estate Road. The proposal was referred to the Council's Roads Department and the Mid West National Road Design Office (MWNRDO) for assessment. The planning authority refused the application primarily on traffic safety grounds, citing inadequate sight distances and the risk of obstruction to road users. Furthermore, it was determined that the developmen...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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