Core Refusal Reason
Failure to demonstrate a robust agricultural necessity for a new entrance onto a national primary road (N2) and potential traffic safety hazards arising from intensified use.
Decision Maker's Conclusion
- The applicant failed to provide a clear evidence base or a comprehensive Business Plan to justify the agricultural need for a revised entrance at this specific location on a national road.
- The inclusion of proposed works, specifically the trimming of 50 metres of roadside hedgerow for sightlines, is procedurally incorrect as it cannot be considered under the remit of a retention permission.
- The Planning Authority remains concerned that the entrance could lead to an intensified use that prejudices the carrying capacity and safety of the N2 strategic corridor, especially given the availability of an alternative local road access.
Cited Policies (CDP)
RD POL 37RD POL 38RD POL 39RD POL 41HER POL 37HER POL 38HER OBJ 36
Decision Document Summary
The proposal seeks retention permission for a recessed agricultural entrance gate and stone apron off the N2 at Starinagh, Collon, Co. Meath, within the Rathkenny Hills landscape area. Although the planner acknowledged the replacement of a pre-existing gate, the application was effectively stalled via a Further Information request (equivalent to a pending refusal) because the applicant did not demonstrate a robust agricultural need for the entrance. Furthermore, the authority noted that an alter...SOURCE PDFOpen Original
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